SAFETY accessories
Handling in complete safety
BURNS FROM SPLASHING
When handling samples and more generally whenever liquid nitrogen is being used, it is important to protect yourself against hazards from splashing. This can cause cryogenic burns that can have serious consequences, especially when the eyes or face are involved.
Before attempting any handling, apart from wearing suitable gloves, it is necessary to put on safety goggles or a protective visor. Wearing spectacles is no protection.
To protect your feet, wearing closed shoes is recommended.
BURNS BY CONTACT
Skin contact with cold matter causes cryogenic burns. The internal contents of equipment or samples must never be touched or held with a bare hand.
All handling requires protective gloves suitable for use in a cryogenic environment to be worn.
Note that hands must never under any circumstances be immersed in liquid nitrogen, even when they are protected.
