In reply to klb67:
I see what your saying.
In reply to klb67:
I see what your saying.
How tall do you need the boots? Full height? Cutting them shorter (just above drip line of your apron) may help a bit.
I think Changing socks often is a good short term solution....
Muck Boots claim to have a wicking Airmesh lining, might be worth trying a pair. EDIT: These look good https://www.muckbootcompany.com/mens-chore-cool-hi-work-boot-chct-900.html
EDIT2: these look like a very interesting concept (and kinda what your looking for, pumps air thru boots) http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/bplus-bplus/item/airfresh/ but sold out and I cant find them anywhere else.
OK here is a possible option, this seems like you could strap it to your leg above the boot and take the angle output bit off.
EDIT: might be able to work this out too. http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-5-Mini-9V-Cooling-Fan-Kit-Cosplay-Costume-Mask-Helmet-9-Volt-Battery-Power-/121833204979?hash=item1c5dd32cf3:g:FEkAAOSw42JZDPfL
How about zinc oxide cream, like desitin, the stuff for diaper rash. Use it a lot in people with dermatitis. After you get out of the water, you can make a poultice of sorts with oatmeal. Dry oatmeal in a blender, chop it up fine, a bit of water to form a paste and apply to the affected area. Anti histamine by mouth will probably help too.
Do you have any photos of it? Have you been to an allergist or dermatologist?
In reply to java230:
I'll have to look into that.
In reply to Toebra:
Yes, it's a rash from a food allergy. I take allergy medication daily. I have tried every topical cream that is out there to no effect.
One of these, or at least the fan from one of these:
https://www.target.com/p/adult-inflatable-suit-costume-blue/-/A-14658927?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Seasonal+Shopping&adgroup=SC_Seasonal&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9012115&gclid=CjsKDwjw0cXIBRCxjqnE3K3sHhIkAL1LezQ-B2gtfCHiox2tsUJMyE7gH6qQ2J7AGYzt7TAvCv_3GgKWq_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
java230 wrote: How tall do you need the boots? Full height? Cutting them shorter (just above drip line of your apron) may help a bit.
I decided after lunch that nothing ventured, nothing gained and cut about twelve inches out of the length of the boots. Seems to be working a treat. My second pair of socks aren't even wet and I would be changing into my third pair soon.
In reply to Nick (Bo) Comstock:
Good to hear! Sometimes its the simple things!
I think you need to check hiking socks because they are normally waterproof. I've one from Darn Tough, got on Christmas, and they have been helped me pretty good in winter hiking. Here is the reference http://skilledsurvivalist.com/best-hiking-socks/ Maybe it can help.
You need a combination of engineering controls and PPE.
The floor should have thick floor drainage mats. Similar to this, but look for ones for agricultural purposes. These ones are 7/8" thick. I've seen them nearly 3" thick:
The machine should be retrofitted with a fold-up plexiglass splash shield. Something that will prevent the majority of water from splashing on you.
Sounds like you are already working on the PPE stuff.
I've worked a lot on stilts. Don't even think about it. You'll have a fractured skull the first day.
Good luck!
I know this is gonna sound stupid, but is it necessary for you to stand directly in the line of fire during a cut?
Seems like you could do a setup, start the cut, step back, and get close again after the cut. If the pump is continuous, it should stop when the cut is not in progress.
Toebra wrote: poultice
Old Peattie fix you right up.
SVreX wrote: I know this is gonna sound stupid, but is it necessary for you to stand directly in the line of fire during a cut? Seems like you could do a setup, start the cut, step back, and get close again after the cut. If the pump is continuous, it should stop when the cut is not in progress.
I don't stand there and watch the cuts. Once the program starts I tend to the two other machines I'm running. But I've had no issues, aside from when it really humid for a couple weeks, since I cut down the boots.
The gaurds and mats are a good idea, but, the main reason I need waterproof boots is water dripping off the pieces while I'm moving them around. That's where most of the water gets on me. The gaurds and mats will not help with 75% of the reason I get wet.
In reply to Nick (Bo) Comstock:
Got it. I misunderstood a bit.
What if you squeegeed the pieces before handling them? (I'm agreeing with former comments about engineering/ operational solutions, and concerned about that level of chlorine exposure)
My granite supplier uses an overhead trolley and suction cups to handle the rock.
I've watched him do it in jeans with no apron or boots without getting soaked.
I think this thread came back due to a really sneaky canoe.
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