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Health, Safety & Rules of The Darkroom

The health and safety of you and of others around you should be at the forefront of any photo graphical darkroom enthusiast. Below is a list of the key points that will prevent any minor or major incidents from occurring whilst working in the darkroom.

  • Food and drink must not be eaten or drunk inside the darkroom.
  • The extractor fan must be turned on whenever working with any chemicals in the darkroom.
  • If you are using any chemicals, then either tongs or gloves must be used.
  • If your skin comes into contact with any chemicals, then make sure that this is washed immediately.
  • If there is spillage (may it be on worktops or on the floor), make sure to clear it up immediately to prevent anyone from slipping.
  • Do not run inside the darkroom.
  • Darkroom chemicals must not be consumed.
  • Do not touch or interfere with anyone else's workstations or work at any time.
  • When you have finished using the darkroom, make sure that your workstation is tidy with no objects left under enlargers and no prints left in the chemicals.
  • If you are touching electrics, then make sure that you have dry hands.
  • No smoking inside the darkroom.
  • No phones can be turned on when inside the darkroom.
  • Do not use the tongs backward through the developing process unless they have been washed.


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