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