Risk of injury when handling solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) caused by touching extremely cold objects or by inhaling gaseous carbon dioxide - AS00.00-Z-0029-01A

Wear heat protective gloves, protective clothing and full eye protection. Ensure that the work area is adequately ventilated. 

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Potential risks 

Risk of injury 

Contact with solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) or extremely cold objects causes damage to the skin due to frostbite and severe damage to the eyes.

When solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) evaporates, gaseous carbon dioxide is formed which is undetectable and inhibits motion as well as has a suffocating effect when in high concentrations. When in low concentration, it can cause accelerated breathing and headaches.

Safety instructions/precautions 

• It is not permitted to eat, drink or smoke or to store food products in the work area.
• Ensure sufficient ventilation of the work area. Never use solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) around maintenance pits, sewage systems and cellars.
• Handle container carefully, dry thoroughly before filling, secure against falling.
• Exposure to fire can cause the container to burst or explode.
• Avoid spillage when filling solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) or transferring from one container into another. Do not overfill container.
• Only store solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) in containers intended for this purpose.
• Avoid the ingress of water in the container.
• Wear protective clothing, full eye protection, low temperature-resistant gloves (e.g. leather, kevlar).

First aid measures 

• Do not rub eyes; clean eyes and affected skin area with plenty of lukewarm water and cover with sterile dressing.
• Move victims immediately to fresh air and provide artificial respiration, if necessary; keep victims calm and warm.
• Consult a physician immediately.