Is it dangerous to drill a hole with a hammer drill in concrete for a wedge anchor?
It is not dangerous to drill a hole in concrete when proper safety precautions are taken. Drilling holes in concrete must be done using a hammer drill and a carbide bit. The concrete is broken up into small pieces by the hammering motion of the drill and the rotation pulls the material out of the hole. Small pieces of concrete can fly out of the hole and may enter the eye. It is always important to wear safety goggles when drilling holes in concrete. Airborne concrete dust may also be created depending on the dryness of the concrete- mouth and dust protection should also be considered when holes are being drilled in the concrete for wedge anchor installation. The use of ear protection is also necessary.
