Author : Carl A

Our family is the pivotal point in our lives, so it’s incredibly obvious that we want to make sure that our family’s are safe at all times and are not, at any point, at risk or in danger , this also means being reassured and made aware of what Compact Fluorescent Lamps, or CFLs carry in terms of potential health issues, especially if you have just begun to replace your conventional lighting with them

CFLs use about over seventy five percent less energy than standard incandescent bulbs, and more people are realizing this, which is why they’ve become so popular, and why people are beginning to litter their homes with them! But mindlessly cramming your home with energy efficient CFLs might not be the best way forward The fact is that CFLs are harmless within your house and will not harm your family, but only if you use them correctly and follow all the guidelines that come with them

It’s important to know that the chemical element Mercury is an component included within Fluorescent lamps, it is sealed within the actual glass tubing that, and there is approx 5mg present within this glass tubing At atmospheric pressure, the Mercury tends to form in the shape of perfect spheres of a silvery color, which is how it can sometimes be identified When absorbed through the skin, inhaled, or ingested, Mercury can be potentially quite dangerous, causing symptoms which include insomnia, weight loss and emotional disturbances, however CFLs contain such small amounts that it would not put your family at risk, and can only become a dangerous issue if it is not disposed of appropriately, e g if it’s just thrown away in the trash rather than being recycled

You can be assured that even though Mercury is a critical component within Compact Fluorescent Lamps, it is never released when the lamps are fully intact or in use Mercury is the factor that helps CFLs turn on, and is not a health hazard during the every day functions of your lamp

However, if placed incorrectly in the home, you may be breaching the guidelines of the CFL, and causing danger CFLs must not be placed within areas where a lot of heavy vibrations occur, for example, in loud rooms where the sounds vibrate through the walls, or in places where machinery is used fairly often, like construction sites, or areas where D I Y is frequently carried out (for most people this could be the garage) By allowing CFLs to be placed in such places can cause them to fail and become a health risk!

If a CFL is ever broken, it is imperative that you use specially manufactured gloves in order to clean it up Gloves that are made from vinyl, PVC or neoprene can be perfect for this purpose The gloves will prevent any Mercury from touching your skin, and as well as this, it will protect your hands from potentially sharp glass!

If you want to know more information about the clean up, storage or disposal of Compact Fluorescent Lamps, it would be advisable that you visit the US Government Environmental Protection Agency’s website, as they can give you the best information and advice on all aspect of your CFL If you stick to the guidelines that come with your CFL, you can sleep soundly at night knowing your family is not at risk from them

Carl A is the chief executive officer of Energy Saver Lights, Inc.
http://www.energysaverlightsstore.com

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