Risk of Injury From Handling Hot or Glowing Objects

Risk of Injury to Skin and Eyes From Handling Hot or Glowing Objects







Risk of injury
Contact with hot or glowing objects without suitable protective clothing causes severe burns to the skin and eyes Contact between glowing objects and water produces hot water vapor or splashes which can cause severe burns to skin and eyes. If hot or glowing objects come into contact with unprotected skin or eyes, this can cause severe and even permanent injury.


NOTE: Contact between glowing objects and combustible substances produces a risk of fire.


Protective measures/rules of conduct
- Wear protective clothing, eye protection, heat-resistant gloves.
- Transport hot or glowing objects only with the aids and equipment provided for this purpose.
- Avoid sparks and contact with combustible substances when handling glowing objects.

First-aid measures
- Pour plenty of cold water over the affected areas of skin and cover with sterile bandages.
- Consult a doctor without delay.