Hazard Analysis for Fischer
Esterification
Hazard |
Scenario |
1. Sulfuric acid |
Drop of acid on gloves, and your head itches. |
2. Heating reaction in cracked rb flask |
Removes goggles to wipe sweat from forehead next to hotplate. |
3. Beaker of ethanol on edge of bench |
Walking in lab with lab coat unbuttoned. |
4. Reaction in hood |
Sash pushed all the way up. |