What are the pros and cons of each
I will add on compres air, see if you can blow it out.
Burn it I did the exact same thing I ended up taking a bbq lighter and burning it and lightly tapping the safe with a lighter to get the ash out
It is a safety practice to protect yourself when performing tasks; wearing safety goggles is because there is a potential hazard of chemical splash. Sometime, face shield is preferred as depending on the volume of chemical that is being used. In addition, protection should also be available during the handling such as gloves, apron, respirator, etc.
A tiny amount of Elmer's wood glue when allowed to dry should stick well to the toothpick and not well to the lock.
