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1! Regulations and Safety Requirements
1.1! Regulations
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1.2! Safety Warnings and Precautions
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•! Wear protective clothing and equipment suitable for withstanding the materials to which you
may be exposed
•! Position yourself on the upwind side of the valve when possible
•! Work in a well-ventilated area
•! Work with a partner who can help you in the event of an emergency
•! Follow approved safety precautions for hazardous or toxic materials
•! Obtain MSDS sheets for all the commodities used with the associated valve
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