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Sulphuric Acid Plant
Safety
November 9, 2003
Introduction
Safety
is an important aspect of running any chemical manufacturing plant. Most processing
problems and equipment malfunctions can be adjusted for or repaired in due time, but there
are those which require immediate attention because of their danger to the safety of
personnel and equipment. The operator's attitude is an important factor in the safe
operation of a plant.
The "safety series" spelled out below, brings out the
philosophy of a good safety attitude.
| Serious |
Be serious when you perform your
work. Don't do it in a joking manner; be earnest. |
| Alert
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Be wide-awake and watchful so that
the smallest interruption of smooth operation will be detected immediately. |
| Familiar |
Learn and then remain well
acquainted with the plant. Make sure you are familiar with all things pertaining to
your job. |
| Exact
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Be accurate and precise when making
changes or decisions whether they be big or small and aim for "ZERO
DEFECTS". |
| Think |
Try to visualize things that may
occur and prepare you to meet them. Think "FAIL-SAFE". |
| You |
You are the person who will make the
unit safe and it is you that must strive to have all the qualities necessary to be a safe
operator. |
Chemical Hazards
Sulphur
Sulphuric Acid/Oleum
Sulphur Dioxide
Sulphur Trioxide
Vanadium Pentoxide Catalyst
Safety
Equipment
Safety Showers
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