SULPHUR (SULFUR) DIOXIDE AWARENESS TRAINING

Sulfur dioxide or sulphur dioxide is the chemical compound with the formula SO₂. It is a toxic gas responsible for the smell of burnt matches. Exposure to sulfur dioxide may cause irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat. Symptoms include nasal mucus, choking, cough, and reflex bronchi constriction, and when liquid: frostbite Workers may be harmed from exposure to sulfur dioxide. The level of exposure depends upon the dose, duration, and work being done.

Sulfur dioxide is used in many industries. It is used to manufacture sulfuric acid, paper, and food preservatives.

This training is geared to those workers who work in industries where Sulphur Dioxide is used or is present and the training focuses on ways to keep employees safe and healthy in such industries.

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