ABSTRACT
Safety is an issue that must be considered whenever or wherever people are involved with equipment operation. Safety can be categorized in two areas: chemical and electrical. Personnel must be instructed on the properties of sodium hypochlorite and local safety regulations for chemical handling must be adhered to at all times. Although the product from on-site sodium hypochlorite generation systems has a lower strength than commercially available sodium hypochlorite, the instructions below discuss the product as though it is the strongest hypochlo- rite available. Be aware that the direct mixture of sodium hypochlorite solution with hydrochloric acid while making the cleaning transition process will release free chlorine gas. If the acid comes in contact with the eyes, it will rapidly cause serious damage resulting in impaired vision or total loss of eyesight. Do not neutralize acid with an alkaline solution.
