Potential Safety Hazards
Introduction
The following section gives information on handling, storage and disposal of parts and materi-
als used in the pumps which may be considered hazardous to your health.
Please pass this information on to your Safety Officer; he may need it to comply with Health
and Safety regulations.
The information contained here is brief. Full details are available and can be obtained from
your supplier.
General First Aid
If potentially hazardous substances are accidentally inhaled, or skin or eyes contaminated,
then the following basic precautions should be taken:
Inhalation - Remove to fresh air
Skin - Wash with soap and water
Eyes - Flush with water, seek medical attention
In all cases, if symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Safety
The following safety measures MUST be carried out to prevent pump damage or injury:
1. Before installation, ensure the pump and any drive equipment conforms to all
applicable Safety Legislation.
2. Where hazardous or poisonous products have been pumped, the system should be
thoroughly neutralised and cleaned out.
3. Before proceeding to work on the pump, isolate the drive and pump from all power
and control sources.
4. Always use shut off valves to isolate the pump.
5. Make sure the pump head is depressurized before maintenance.
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