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ry, floor of the boiler room by a long stick or any convenient poker. Neither ofthese shields protect a man from flying glass, except when he is working at thewater column and has the shield in place. It is claimed, however, that inasmuchas that is the time when the danger is greatest and when most… … Figs. 4, 5, and 6.— Split Tube, Perforated and Revolvable Guards. Figure No. 5 shows a plain, perforated, metal guard. This type of guardhas appeared in various forms and has the merit of cheapness. If the perfora-tions are made small enough it offers an effectual resistance to flying glass.…
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