Magnets are small, useful tools that are used in many different industries and serve countless purposes – but their strength shouldn’t be underestimated.
Magnets, especially Neodymium Magnets, are strong and can pose hazards for users, electronics, and more.
At Jobmaster, we have been supplying millions of magnets to customers all across Canada for years, and have gathered various safety tips to help you through any situation.
Where Magnets Are Found & Used
Magnets are used in nearly everything we use on a daily basis. From toys to tools, magnets hold everything together.
Small, yet powerful magnets can be found in items targeted for adults and for children.
- Computers
- Machinery
- Medical Devices
- Household items
- Train sets
- Puzzles
How Magnets Can Affect Your Health
Magnets are great tools and components for various applications, but if used in the wrong ways, they can be hazardous to your health.
Swallowing magnets can have serious and oftentimes fatal consequences.
If magnets are swallowed, they can attract one another while traveling through the intestines and can slowly tear through the intestinal walls.
Safety Tips To Follow When Using Magnets
Magnets are strong, and they can be dangerous. But they don’t have to be.
With the right safety precautions, you can prevent serious injuries while using magnets or items that use magnets.
- Safely discard items with magnets, because if left around, they can be dangerous to young children.
- Check your children’s toys, and remove and safely discard any toys with small, powerful magnets if the magnets are loose or small enough to be swallowed.
- Educate your children about the dangers of powerful magnets.
- If your child has ingested a magnet, seek immediate medical attention.
- Always read and follow the safety warnings and instructions for products.
- Wear protective gloves and eyewear when handling magnets.
We Are Committed To Your Safety
Jobmaster takes your safety very seriously. We have worked tirelessly to ensure that all our products meet or exceed safety requirements.
We have also worked to train and educate our customers on the most powerful magnets and how to stay safe around them.
Download our free eBook here with additional guidelines to follow to make using Jobmaster magnets simple and safe.
Want To Learn More?
If you have questions about any of our products or any of the things discussed here, give us a call to speak with one of our magnet experts.
