Posted by fruitbats Wow, this is a whole lot I didn't know, thank you guys so much! I'm just going to avoid the radioactive signs for now, and probably get something to cover my face for the mice and whatnot, and make sure not to touch things that look questionable.
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Part of the problem is what is "questionable"?
You should know what chemicals are associated with industry you're exploring. The properties of these chemicals and their appearance. I've seen bottles and bulk tanks of phosgene, H2S, pure carbon monoxide, chlorine and fluorine but never at an abandoned site... yet. I don't like even being near these, especially in a confined space.
Keep dust to a minimum.
Avoid moving shit around.
Keep your hands away from your face and eyes.
Minimum PPE; safety glasses or glasses can save an eye, a pair of leather work gloves, wear long sleeves/pants, high top lace up leather boots.
I like a bush hat to keep the sun, bugs and shit out of my eyes and hair. A bush towel is useful.
Always bring at least a quart of water in case of accidental contact with caustics, acids etc.
The hellhole thread is dedicated to hellholes of all kinds, stories about them, how to spot and avoid them.
http://www.uer.ca/...=1&threadid=122644