Prevention of MCA accidents
Prevention Method
Protective equipment
| 1)Safety footwear | ： | Use long rubber boots and periodically check and replace. |
|---|---|---|
| 2)Gloves | ： | Use polyvinyl chloride gloves and periodically check and replace. |
| 3)Safety glasses | ： | Always wear safety glasses. Goggles or full protection face shield is suitable. |
| 4) Protective clothes | ： | Wear acid resistant clothes and periodically check and replace. Note that protection around the cuffs and in the head region is necessary. |
Prevention of MCA accidents
Measures for facilities
Example of facilities for safety
1)Sodium bicarbonate bath
- Installation of a sodium bicarbonate bath is desirable for emergency use.
- -Sodium bicarbonate concentration: 3-5%
- -Temperature: 25-35℃
- Clearly indicate the installed location.
- If a sodium bicarbonate bath is used, install a device to notify areas, where there are usually people, with an alarm system.
2)Sodium bicarbonate bucket
Be sure to install sodium bicarbonate buckets in areas where MCA is handled for a limited chemical injury.
Prevention of MCA accidents Measures for facilities
Example of facilities for safety
3)Emergency shower and eye wash facilities
Place a shower in an appropriate location for washing off MCA with water if there is contact with MCA. Also, place a 0.9% saline solution and/or faucet for eye washing in the same location.
4)Resuscitator
5)First aid equipment
- Medication for first aid treatment (for burns)
- Other medication such as Hirudoid ointment and Sofratulle gauze
