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Iron (II) Sulfate

This risk assessment record sheet summarizes the potential hazards of an experiment investigating electrochemical cells using iron(II) sulfate. The experiment involves setting up electrochemical cells and testing them. Iron(II) sulfate is listed as a product with potential health, flammability, and reactivity hazards. Personal protective equipment including goggles, gloves, lab coat, and mask are recommended when handling iron(II) sulfate. The sheet also provides first aid measures in case of exposure and lists the assessor and date of the risk assessment.

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Iron (II) Sulfate

This risk assessment record sheet summarizes the potential hazards of an experiment investigating electrochemical cells using iron(II) sulfate. The experiment involves setting up electrochemical cells and testing them. Iron(II) sulfate is listed as a product with potential health, flammability, and reactivity hazards. Personal protective equipment including goggles, gloves, lab coat, and mask are recommended when handling iron(II) sulfate. The sheet also provides first aid measures in case of exposure and lists the assessor and date of the risk assessment.

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Risk Assessment Record Sheet

Title of experiment/process Investigation of electrochemical cells


Year level 11
Date of risk assessment 22/10/10
Lab Tech / Student / Teacher Student

Experiment Details:
To set up and test a number of different electrochemical cells.

Products used: (include concentration and amount used) MSDS dates


1. Iron (II) Sulfate 09/08/09
05/04/07

2.

MSDS available: Yes / No Risk level: Low / Medium / High

Potential Hazards:
Product Health Flammability Reactivity Other
1. Iron (II) Sulfate 3 0 1 Contact-2

2.

Product Risk phrases Safety phrases


1. Iron (II) Sulfate R22 Harmful if swallowed S26 Very toxic by inhalation
R36 Irritating to eyes S36- Wear suitable protective
R37 Irritating to respiratory clothing
system S37 Irritating to respiratory system
R38 Irritating to skin S39 Danger of very serious
irreversible effects

2.
Primary Routes of Entry:
Product Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eye Splash
1. Iron (II) Sulfate yes yes yes yes

2.

Personal Protection:
Product Goggles Gloves Lab. Coat Mask Tongs Fume Hood
1. yes yes yes
2.

Accidental Release Measures:


Ventilate area if there’s a leak or spill.
Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Sweep up and put in a container for proper disposal.
Clean up so that dust isn’t dispersed into the air.

Disposal Considerations:
Give to teacher for safe disposal.

First Aid Measures:


Inhalation: Get some fresh air, If not breathing give artificial respiration, if breathing is difficult give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Ingestion: Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Get medical attention.
Skin: Wipe off excess from skin and then flush immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention.
Eye: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 mins, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical
attention. Call physician immediately.
Name of Assessor and Signature:

Date of Record:

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