I was in the Navy and yup, experienced the same thing. 1st day at my new duty station after A school. I was sent to find a Machinist punch. Lol we used to send new guys all over the base looking for similar items. Go ask petty officer so and so for Elbow Grease. Lol "How much do I need?" "However much you think it takes to clean the bulkhead." Lol they would leave and we would call over. Next thing you know they are coming back with a bottle of water but wearing a respirator coveralls and gloves. "What are you doing?" "They said it was hazardous and I need to wear all this stuff.," "ok just be careful!" Good times man