INVUE GV148 LIQUID CHEMICAL CONCENTRATION MONITOR
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User Guide | Entegris, Inc.
CHEMICAL LEAKS
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In the event of a suspected or confirmed chemical
leak from the InVue GV148 liquid concentration
monitor, please follow the instructions below:
1. Determine chemical currently in use with monitor.
2. Obtain (material) safety data sheet.
a. Determine if any compatible materials may
come in contact with leaking material.
b. Isolate incompatibles with barriers including
spill containment.
c. Identify appropriate chemical protection
requirements including gloves, face and eye
protection, and chemical protective clothing to
prevent exposure to or contact with chemicals.
d. Determine if the chemical has permissible
exposure limits or short-term exposure limits:
— Identify limits requiring respiratory
protection.
— Ensure appropriate monitoring devices
are available to measure air levels.
3. Only personnel properly trained in the cleanup of
hazardous material spills should conduct cleanup
activities. Consult local authorities or identified
hazardous materials emergency response agencies
or contractors for assistance if the facility does
not have trained personnel for spill cleanup or
containment.
4. Ensure adequate monitoring and protective
equipment is available for cleanup of hazardous
materials.
5. Obtain supplies for cleanup and containment
compatible with the chemical.
6. Obtain compatible containers to collect spilled
material and cleanup materials.
7. Ensure adequate ventilation is provided where
a buildup of vapors could occur. If flammable
material is in use:
a. Monitor area for flammable levels with
appropriate monitoring devices.
b. Isolate all power sources or potential
sources of sparks.
c. Use intrinsically safe tools and monitoring
equipment.
8. Isolate monitor from power sources to prevent
fluids from flowing through unit during cleanup
of leak or spill.
a. When disconnecting nitrogen and/or any
pressurized gas, wear appropriate PPE
including gloves, then close the facility
gas supply to prevent gas release when
disconnecting lines. De-energize/
depressurize before disconnecting/
opening the line.
9. If material is contained in the tubing or the
monitor, provide collection container under
the lines or monitor during removal to collect
chemical and prevent additional spills.
10. Decontaminate surfaces with appropriate
decontamination materials per chemical
manufacturer recommendation.
11. Contain cleanup materials and contaminated
debris and equipment.
12. Dispose of materials in accordance with local,
state, and national regulatory requirements.
13. Provide any required service to the equipment
and verify all spilled material is collected and
cleaned from surfaces.
14. Replace any equipment and secure lines in
accordance with normal maintenance and
service requirements.
15. Confirm air levels are safe.
16. Return equipment to service per standard
procedures.
