Risk of burns and scalding when handling hot fluids and components they come into contact with. Risk of injury to skin and eyes when handling hot fluids. - AS00.00-Z-0033-01A

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Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. Pour hot fluids in suitable containers only.

Potential risks

Risk of burn injuries and scalding

Touching components that are in contact with hot fluids can lead to severe burn injuries. Contact with hot fluids can lead to severe scalding.

Risk of injury

If hot fluids come into contact with unprotected skin or eyes, they can cause serious and even permanent injuries.

Safety precautions/instructions

Protective clothing, safety glasses and heat-resistant gloves must always be worn.
Hot fluids must only be transported using the prescribed equipment.

First aid measures

Cool the affected skin areas under cold running water for at least 15 min.
Disinfect minor burns because there is a high risk of infection with burn injuries.
Cover severe burns with a sterile dressing only and consult a physician as quickly as possible.
Cover burn injuries with sterile dressings, ideally with metalized compresses or burn injury dressings.