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Corrosive Chemicals

Corrosive Chemicals. May 3, 2011. 2008 Safety Manual & Laboratory Safety Chemical Hygiene Plan, p. 66-67. General Information. Major classes: strong acids , strong bases , dehydrating agents, oxidizing agents. Cause skin erosion; particularly damaging to the eyes.

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Corrosive Chemicals

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  1. Corrosive Chemicals May 3, 2011 2008 Safety Manual & Laboratory Safety Chemical Hygiene Plan, p. 66-67

  2. General Information • Major classes: strong acids, strong bases, dehydrating agents, oxidizing agents. • Cause skin erosion; particularly damaging to the eyes. • Inhalation can cause severe bronchial irritation. • Flush exposed skin with water for at least 15 minutes. Then seek medical treatment!

  3. Strong Acids • ALLconcentrated acids can damage the skin and eyes and their burns are very painful. • Nitric, chromic, and hydrofluoric acids are especially damaging because of the types of burns they inflict. • Seek immediate medical treatment if you have been contaminated with these materials.

  4. Strong Bases • Burns from these materials are often less painful than acids. • Injured person often does not take immediate action and the material is allowed to penetrate into the tissue. • Ammonia is a severe bronchial irritant and should always be used in a well-ventilated area, i.e. in a fume hood.

  5. Special Handling Procedures • Corrosive chemicals should be used in the fume hood. • When working with large quantities of corrosives, wear gloves, face shields, lab coats, and rubber aprons.

  6. Special Handling Procedures • Store in cabinets, under the hood or on low shelves. • Keep containers that are not in use in storage areas and off bench tops. • Use a safety carrier or cart for transport.

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