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Safety Procedures for Working With Chlorine
Publication year - 1982
Publication title -
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Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1551-8701
pISSN - 0149-8029
DOI - 10.1002/j.1551-8701.1982.tb00073.x
Subject(s) - chlorine , sodium hypochlorite , chlorine gas , calcium hypochlorite , waste management , hypochlorite , environmental science , chemistry , engineering , inorganic chemistry , organic chemistry
This article discusses specific hazards associated with chlorine exposure, proper procedures to follow when working with chlorine, preventive measures to take to avoid chlorine gas injuries, and procedures to follow in treating chlorine gas injuries. Discussion includes safety precautions for use with chlorine gas, calcium hypochlorite, and sodium hypochlorite. Safety features are outlined for rooms in which chlorine containers are being used, and operators are encouraged to become familiar with self‐containing breathing apparatus and how and when to use them.