Safety
Lorrca Maxsis User Manual Page 33
Version 5.04 MRN-231-EN
4.5. Safety for working with compressed Nitrogen
Applicable for Lorrca instruments with Oxygenscan
Please be aware of the danger in terms of changing atmospheric levels of nitrogen or oxygen.
The biggest danger to lab personnel is a rapid depletion of oxygen levels in the lab.
O
2
(Volume %) Effects and symptoms on exposed
18-21 No noticable effect detected by the individual. Any source of gas contributing
to change in atmosphere should be investigated and assessment carried out
to determine whether environment is safe for continuation of work
11-18 Reduced physical and cognitive function without the individual realising
8-11 Possibility of sudden loss of consciousness. Risk of death below 11%
6-8 Loss of consciousness after a short time period, resuscitation possible if
carried out immediately
0-6 Almost immediate loss of consciousness and brain damage highly likely
An oxygen meter can be used to detect rapid increasing gas levels in the working space.
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