Blasting operations are loud, intense, and filled with high-pressure risk. That’s why OSHA and other safety authorities mandate two crucial safeguards: deadman switches and whip checks.

What’s a Deadman Switch?

The deadman control is a remote valve that the operator squeezes to maintain air and abrasive flow. Releasing it instantly stops the blast—allowing for emergency shutdown from a distance.

• Required on most pressure-release blast pots
• Prevents accidental activation
• Offers full control to the operator

What Are Whip Checks?

Whip checks are steel cable restraints that prevent hoses from whipping if a coupling fails. If a pressurized line separates, the force can cause serious injury—or worse.

• Always install at hose connections
• Check cables regularly for corrosion or wear
• Never blast without them

Safety Is Not Optional

Too often, operators overlook these items when renting or setting up a system. At Sandblast Solutions Inc., we emphasize the importance of deadman switches and whip checks—and we can supply them as part of your equipment package or as standalone safety components.

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