Handling of dyes & Chemicals-method & precautions: Part-4 (Some important hazards and safety aspects)

•    Direct contact of dyes & chemicals with skin or eyes may cause irritation. If this occurs, flush thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, get medical attention.

•      Gloves to be used while handling dyes & chemicals.

•    Prolonged inhalation of dyes & chemicals should be avoided especially personnel who is dealing with storage of the finishing chemicals. It is recommended to use toxic fume/vapour respirators approved by competent authorities.

•      The method of storage and handling of dyes & chemicals is one among various reasons for inconsistency performance. In most of the process houses the dye & chemicals storerooms are maintained in most disorderly manner. Often the dye & chemicals containers are kept in open condition thereby the dye powders/pastes/chemicals get exposed to varying climatic conditions especially, extreme humidity and temperature. Therefore they should be stored in dry and cool conditions as per the recommendation of manufacturers.