Recently, many people are unsure about the proper protective measures when handling calcium oxide. Xinxiang Yuanfeng Calcium Industry Co., Ltd. provides a unified explanation on this matter as follows.

Protective Measures

Respiratory Protection: Wear a self-priming filter dust respirator when exposure to its dust is possible.

Eye Protection: Wear chemical safety goggles when necessary.

Protective Clothing: Wear acid and alkali resistant work clothes.

Hand Protection: Wear rubber gloves.

Other Precautions: No smoking, eating or drinking in the workplace. Wash hands before meals. Take a full body shower after work. Maintain good personal hygiene.

Spill Handling Procedures

In case of spillage: Isolate the contaminated spill area and restrict access. Emergency responders shall wear self-priming filter dust respirators and acid-base resistant work clothes. Avoid direct contact with spilled materials.

Minor Spills: Prevent dust dispersion. Use clean shovels to collect the material into dry, clean, covered containers.

Large Spills: Spray mist water to suppress dust and protect on-site personnel.

The above guidance is provided by Xinxiang Yuanfeng Calcium Industry Co., Ltd. Please feel free to contact us via phone for any inquiries.