TOXICITY OF NAOH AND HOW TO PREVENT IT WHEN USING THE PRODUCT

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NAOH can cause respiratory failure when inhaled or accidentally swallowed, can destroy glass or cause blindness if splashed. Therefore, to be safe when using, we need to pay attention and handle according to the following directions:

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HOW TOXIC IS NAOH TO THE SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM?

As we mentioned in the introduction, NaOH chemicals can cause many toxic risks that burn the skin, blind the eyes or affect the respiratory system. Although NaOH is a chemical with many applications in industry and life, it must be used carefully, in the right dosage, and according to instructions.

The toxicity of NaOH can cause skin burns, glass damage or blindness, symptoms of red eyes, watery eyes and itching. When inhaled or swallowed, NaOH dust will affect the respiratory system, inhaling too much can damage the lungs, cause suffocation, ingestion can damage the intestines, fainting or even death.

Therefore, to safely use chemicals, we need to follow these principles:

Skin contact:

  • Remove all clothing and shoes.
  • Rinse with clean water for at least 15 minutes, cold water is also available.
  • Cover the burned area with a soft bandage.
  • In severe cases, wash with soap and apply antibacterial cream.
  • Call an ambulance or get medical help right away.
  • Clothes and shoes must be washed thoroughly before reuse.

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Eye contact

  • Check and remove contact lenses (if present).
  • Immediately flush with clean water continuously for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used.
  • Call an ambulance or get to a medical facility immediately.

When swallowed

  • Never force the victim to vomit, unless medical personnel are present.
  • Do not put anything by mouth.
  • Loosen your clothing.
  • Emergency medical care.

Dust Inhalation:

  • – Affects the respiratory system
  • Symptoms: burning of the lungs, sneezing, coughing.
  • – Inhaling too much can damage the lungs, causing suffocation, fainting or even death.

When accidentally inhaled:

  • Quickly move to a safe, ventilated place.
  • Loosen or remove clothing.
  • Give artificial respiration (mouth-to-mouth) if breathing stops. Caution: may cause poisoning to the rescuer if performed.
  • Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
  • Get to the hospital quickly.

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