Osha occupational safety and health administration. Typical examples are sulfuric acid, nitric acid, potassium hydroxide caustic potash, sodium. Possessing different chemical properties, the sulfuric acid has a wide range of applications including domestic acidic drain cleaner, electrolyte in lead acid. Product safety product training and information to keep you safe while handling our sulfuric acid products. Use personal protective equipment listed in section 8. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking date issued. Sulfuric acid alternative spelling sulphuric acid is a highly corrosive mineral acid. Concentrated sulfuric acid oxidizes, dehydrates, or sulfonates most organic compounds. Performancebased training at vip includes classroom work, training in our exclusive simulated sulfuric acid tower and mentor training on the jobsite.
This safety training video discusses how the reactivity of acids will affect materials used to seal leaking containers, and what protective clothing and other personal protective equipment to use. It is a very strong inorganic acid with qualities that make it very useful for a number of industries. Eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Waste water treatment building addition of caustic and sulfuric acid to the waste water system. Describes hazards and recommended controls for subject chemical. Dilute concentrated acids and bases by slowly pouring the acid or base into the water while stirring. Safety in sulfuric acid storage tanks chemical engineering. Local exhaust ventilation or breathing protection is required. The chemical industry consumes sulfuric acid in the manufacture of phosphoric acid by the wet process. Storage tanks in sulfuric acid service require many special precautions to ensure safe operations and prevent accidental spills or ignitionscaption sulfuric acid, sometimes called the king of all chemicals, is widely used in the chemical process industries cpi for the manufacture of various fertilizers and other chemicals. Meet ansi or equivalent approved safety boot with safety toe and nonslip sole, of the pullover type. Sulphuric acid and spent sulphuric acid rail tank cars. Sulfuric acid is not listed as a carcinogen by osha, ntp, iarc, acgih or the eu. Corrosives corrosive substances causes destructive burns on the tissue by chemical action at the site of contact.
Nioshosha occupational health guideline for sulfuric acidpdf icon guideline intended for employees, employers, physicians, industrial hygienists, and other. Sulfuric acid 5298% classified as hazardous evacuate the area of all nonessential personnel. Evaluation of loading and unloading operations for. May cause fire when sulfuric acid is mixed with cyclopentadiene, cyclopentanone oxime, nitroaryl amines, hexalithium disilicide, phorphorous. It is watersoluble and capable of causing serious damage, especially at when the chemical is at highconcentration levels. Workers may be harmed from exposure to sulfuric acid. When diluting sulfuric acid, place the borosilicate beaker or flask in an ice bath. Sampling and analytical methods sulfuric acid in workplace. English msds 2011 pdf 165 kb french msds 2011 pdf 178 kb spanish msds 2011 pdf 178 kb norfalco customers have access to complimentary safety, technical and regulatory compliance training sessions offered regularly by norfalco, free of charge.
Sulfuric acid occupational safety and health administration. So making a dilute solution needs care and proper safety precautions. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in position comfortable for breathing. Sulfuric acid bulk handling policy freeportmcmoran. Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev. Labels and symbols masds and symbols must be available. Sulfuric acid reacts violently with water and organic materials with evolution of heat. Mnosha training outreach office at 6512845050 or 8774706742. Safety data sheet of 7 infosafe no 1ch72 issue date. Sulfuric acid is also a key substance in the chemical industry. Sulfuric acid can burn through your skin into your flesh.
Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Page 1 of 7 sulfuric acid 95 98% safety data sheet sds health 3 fire 0 reactivity 0 personal protection 3 0 section 1. Find sulfuric acid and fuming acid training and information to keep you safe while handling veolias sulfuric acid products. Sulfuric acid safety booklet verdegaal brothers, inc. Avoid inhalation, contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Here is some important information about sulfuric acid safety so you can be prepared when using this chemical, whether in the workplace or around the home. Provide employees with hazard information and training. Consult a physician or poison control center immediately. Job safety analysis environment, health and safety. With a permanent presence on the internet, there is now the opportunity to expand the content of the technology manual and add new features that were not possible before. That batteries have many hazards including acid, fire or explosion, electrical shock, and heavy. As a result, im a true believer that at the core of chemicals handling is the need for ongoing, immersive training and education programs. Environment, safety, health, and quality division chapter 53 sulfuric acid safe handling guideline 20 may 20 slaci7300a09t017r002 2 of 2 exposure controls engineering controls prevent generation of mists. Hydrochloric and sulfuric acids have a destructive and irreversible effect on human tissue. While training varied site to site, tsi found that each site used usdot and occupational safety and health administration osha standards as a baseline. It covers the properties and hazards, the importance of wearing the right personal protective equipment, ways to prevent incidents, steps to take if there is an emergency, and procedures for handling, storing, and unloading sulfuric acid. Dilute sulfuric acid is still a skin and eye irritant, but health effects are usually not as severe. May 22, 2015 sulphuric acid page 1 of 6 sulphuric acid safety data sheet section 1.
Sulfuric acid safety tips sulfuric acid msds information. Material safety data sheet conforms to regulation ce n. The video describes safe handling and storage of these chemicals, proper loading and offloading procedures during transportation, and proper use of personal. Sulfuric acid environment, safety, health, and quality. Its corrosive, reactive nature, strong affinity for water and high specific gravity are three major considerations. Brock, secretary occupational safety and health administration john a. Sulfuric acid safety industrial chemistry chemistry. English msds 2011 pdf 165 kb french msds 2011 pdf 178 kb spanish msds 2011 pdf 178 kb norfalco customers have access to complimentary safety, technical and regulatory compliance training sessions offered. Safe handling will show your employees how to work safely around sulfuric acid. Full face breathing mask, chemical resistant coverall.
Sulfuric acid 95 98% safety data sheet sds health 3 fire 0 reactivity 0 personal protection 3 0. Sulfuric acid is on the right to know hazardous substance. S26 in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Sulfuric acid 96% acs columbus chemical industries. Noncorrosive to lead and mild steel, but dillute acid attacks most. The petroleum industry uses sulfuric acid in the alkylation process and in refining of petroleum distillates for removal of sulfur and gumforming compounds. I have been engrossed in the world of chemicals for the past 22 years. Worldclass process safety performance is a differentiating element for companies aiming to be competitive in todays markets. Sulfuric acid mist severely irritates the eyes, skin,formationand respiratory tract. Training blood borne pathogens pdt boom truck operator training. Sulfuric and hydrochloric acid safety training video.
Oil of vitriol, electrolyte acid, battery acid, matting acid, h. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. This sulfuric and hydrochloric acid safety video teaches fundamental lessons about identifying corrosive acids and the properties that make them hazardous to humans and the environment. Sulfuric acid is used in the fertilizer industry for production of superphosphates and ammonium sulfate. When working with or around sulfuric acid, eye and face protection is a must. Sulfuric acid releases a lot of heat when mixed with water.
Pendergrass, assistant secretary 1986 osha 3091 material contained in this publication is in the public domain and may be reproduced, fully or partially, without permission of the federal. Chronic inhalation of acid mist may cause pitting and erosion of tooth enamel. Acid safety safety tips for using acids in school laboratories introduction acids are commonly used in most chemical laboratories. The historical name of this acid is oil of vitriol. Be sure that glassware has cooled before touching it. Some of the industries that find sulfuric acid essential include.
Sulfuric acid exposed to air is rapidly taken up by water and produces white fumes. Concentrated sulfuric acid will react with many organic materials and may cause fire due to the heat of the reaction. Ingestion of sulfuric acid can burn the mouth and throat, and erode the stomach. The primary intention of this section is to present typical procedures for unloading sulfuric acid by air pressure and pump.
Understanding the properties and hazards of acids is an important initial step in the safe purchase, storage, use, and disposal of acids. S45 in case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately show the label. Firstaid measures general advice show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. It is most commonly used in fertilizer manufacture, but is also important in mineral processing, oil refining, wastewater processing, and chemical synthesis. That includes gloves and a fullface mask or proper safety goggles. Concentrated sulfuric acid 2 should be wearing proper chemical glove add the acid it is important to add acid to water, because acid and water react in a vigorous reacon, releasing heat. Sulfuric acid, acs safety data sheet according to federal register vol. Safety training at the core of fuming acid handling bic. Sulfuric acid is a clear, colorless to brown, odorless liquid. Sulfuric acid is one of the oldest known industrial chemicals. Sulphuric acid at ambient t ranges from 0,005 to 0,020 inches per year at this corrosion rate, an allowance of 0,125. Standard operating procedure university of california.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. This new release safety training program examines the properties and hazards of sulfuric acid while also covering the importance of wearing the right personal protective equipment, ways to prevent incidents, steps to take if there is an emergency, and procedures for handling, storing, and unloading sulfuric acid. Safety training at the core of fuming acid handling. Concentrated sulfuric acid is highly corrosive and can cause severe burns upon skin contact or permanent loss of vision upon eye contact. Oil of vitriol, electrolyte acid, battery acid, matting acid, h 2so 4. July 12, 2016 sulphuric acid page 1 of 6 sulphuric acid safety data sheet section 1. Avoid contact with combustible materials as this strong.
Reasons for citation sulfuric acid is on the right to know hazardous substance list because it is cited by osha, acgih, dot, niosh. Imagine what a drop or two would do to your sensitive and unprotected eyes. It is used to make storage batteries, fertilizers, paper products, textiles, explosives, and pharmaceuticals, and in steel and iron production. Sulfuric acid is very irritating and corrosive to the skin, eyes, respiratory track and gastrointestinal track. Jul 22, 2014 while sulfuric acid has primarily industrial uses, its also found in common household products such as drain cleaner and fertilizer. Sulfuric acid is used in the manufacture of paper, aluminum sulfate, and is used extensively for water purification. Sulfuric and hydrochloric acid safety training video youtube.
The extreme health hazards associated with sulfuric acid. Concentrated sulfuric acid is extremely corrosive and can cause serious burns when. Corrosion rates the rate of corrosion of carbon steel in 93% sulphuric acid at ambient t ranges from 0,005 to 0,020 inches per year at this corrosion rate, an allowance of 0,125. Waste water treatment building addition of caustic and sulfuric acid to the waste water. It has a wide range of end applications including in domestic acidic drain cleaners. Sulfuric acid h 2 s0 4 is a corrosive substance, destructive to the skin, eyes, teeth, and lungs. Sulfuric acid causes irritation to the eyes, skin, nose, throat. Pure sulfuric acid has a vapor pressure of sulfuric acid is a clear, colorless to brown, odorless liquid. This level of performance requires an operator training program.
Do not allow runoff from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses. Safety precautions when heating a test tube or other apparatus, never point it towards yourself or others. Sulfuric acid is a clear, colorless and odorless liquid. The level of exposure depends on dose, duration, and type of work being done. Historically known as oil of vitriol, sulfuric acid began to be produced on a large scale in the 18 th century. Chemical safety handbook 26 unloading sulfuric acid introduction the following is a general guide to unloading sulfuric acid from tank cars and tank trucks. Print a copy and insert into your laboratory safety manual and chemical hygiene plan. Other important industrial applications consuming large amounts of sulfuric acid include steel pickling and manufacture of titanium pigments, rayon, dyes, intermediates, and detergents. Safety showers and eyewash stations should be installed in storage and handling areas. Safety information for the university of north carolina at chapel hill. More sulfuric acid is produced and consumed than any other chemical in the world.
Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty, as they retain product residues. P202 do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and. Job safety analysis cogeneration facility, plant operations. Product identifier product name sulphuric acid synonyms svovelsyre 96 % reach reg no 01211945883820 cas no. Sulfuric acid h 2s0 4 is a corrosive substance, destructive to the skin, eyes, teeth, and lungs. Material contained in this publication is in the public domain and may be reproduced, fully or partially, without permission of the minnesota department of labor and industry or minnesota osha. December 15, 2003 sulfuric acid page 3 of 5 eu safety phrases. Where there is a danger of spilling or splashing, acid resistant aprons or suits should be worn. The sulphuric acid on the web tm technology manual now has a new home at. Inhalation of sulfuric acid mist or fumes may produce irritation of the nose, throat and respirator y tract. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses. The heat of dilution of sulfuric acid is very high and may melt plastic containers or crack nonborosilicate glassware. Page 1 of 2 sulfuric acid university of michiganflint. Corrosive effect can also occur in the respiratory tract in case of inhalation and in the gastrointestinal tract in case of ingestion.
If acid is added to water, the water is unlikely to splash. High levels of acid mist are also irritating to the skin and eyes. Set the standards to protect employees and contractors from ter sulfuric acid during. Dupont has increased the range of products, services and training we offer for sulfuric acid plants and sulfuric acid storagehandling transfer systems. Sulfuric acid is a sulfur oxoacid that consits of two oxo and two hydroxy groups joined covalently to a central sulfur atom.