When you think about it, working with your hands all day can be quite strenuous. Your muscles, tendons, and ligaments need to be strong and flexible enough to do their jobs effectively without putting your health at risk. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Plumbers are a group of people who often work in physically demanding environments, with all the inherent risks this brings. As such, there are many who make the same mistakes over and over again, which is why we’re here to talk about them. Working as a plumber isn’t easy, and it takes a certain type of individual to do so without making too many mistakes along the way. While you’re reading this article, keep in mind that it’s not written with any malice toward the plumbing industry as a whole; it’s written with the intent of keeping you safe, healthy, and sane when working as a plumber.These mistakes are by no means universal truths of the plumbing industry; they’re things that almost all individuals in this field make from time to time.

Forgetting to wear the right safety gear.

This may seem like a silly mistake to make, but it’s one that many plumbers make when they’re just starting out. It’s important to make sure you’re properly outfitted with all the proper safety gear when working as a plumber in order to avoid hurting yourself. Some of the most important things you should have on you include: gloves - you should have nitrile or rubber gloves that fit your hands comfortably. Boots - you should have waterproof boots that fit snugly and look as though they were made just for working around water. And overalls - you should have overalls that are thick enough to protect you from any spills or splashes. Wrapping up properly is also important. If you’re working with electrical wires, you should never unwrap them from the plastic sheaths they’re wrapped in. If you’re working with gas lines, you should always turn off the main valve before you begin working on that line.

Forgetting to wear gloves.

This one may seem silly, as well, but it can actually be rather dangerous. Working with chemicals and cleaning agents without gloves on can cause you to get irritated and allergic reactions. Working with them with gloves, however, means that you’re protected from any chemical burns. You should also always wear gloves when working with electrical wires, as it’s easy to get burned by them if you’re not careful. When working with water, always make sure to cover your hands with a pair of gloves. You should also cover your lower arms, your forearms, and your wrists when working with water. This will protect you from splashes and burns.

Working with the wrong tools for the job.

This is an extremely common mistake that a lot of people make when working as a plumber. It’s important to know what tools are appropriate for each job. Wrenches are great for tightening pipes and wires, but they’re not good for loosening them. You want to use a pipe wrench for that. Pliers are great for connecting things like PVC pipes to gas lines, but you don’t want to be using them to tighten a water line. This also applies to hammers and pry bars. They’re handy to have around, but they aren’t always appropriate for the job.

Forgetting to maintain the equipment you use.

This one may seem silly, but it can actually be rather dangerous. This applies both to equipment you bring with you to each job, as well as the equipment that you’re using on the job. Make sure to always clean out the equipment you bring with you when going on a job, and make sure to change the blade on your saw when it gets too worn out. You should also clean out any equipment that you’re using on the job after you’re done with it. This can help prevent the spread of bacteria and other contaminants.

Forgetting to turn off the water before beginning a job.

This mistake also applies to any other systems in your home or office that use water, such as your kitchen or bathroom. It’s important to always turn off the water before beginning any job that involves water. Doing otherwise can lead to flooding and other issues.

Not knowing what the code is for a given area.

This may seem silly, but it can actually be rather dangerous. Some areas have certain codes that they expect to be followed by contractors. If you don’t know the code for a given area, you could end up breaking something or causing damage that needs to be repaired later. This also applies to any special regulations for a given area. Some areas require that you carry a certain amount of insurance when working on a job.

Working with the wrong materials.

This mistake is especially common among DIYers. They’ll use materials like PVC, ductwork, and other materials that are inappropriate for the task at hand. It’s important to know what materials are appropriate for each job, and to avoid using materials that aren’t meant for the task at hand.

Conclusion

Working as a plumber is not an easy job. It requires a certain type of individual to do so without making too many mistakes along the way. While you’re reading this article, keep in mind that it’s not written with any malice toward the plumbing industry as a whole; it’s written with the intent of keeping you safe, healthy, and sane when working as a plumber.These mistakes are by no means universal truths of the plumbing industry; they’re things that almost all individuals in this field make from time to time.