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2.4
Residual risks
2.4.1
General dangers at the workplace
Generally, the regulations and provisions of the regulatory institutions and
authorities in the field of work apply.
The instructions regarding the following areas have to be followed when
using the products:
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Work safety
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Handling mechanical installations
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Handling electricity
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Handling hazardous and environmentally damaging substances
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Disposing hazardous and environmentally damaging substances
If they are not followed, this may result in:
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Disturbing, injuring and/or killing of people
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Malfunction and/or damage to instruments and infrastructure
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Damage and/or contamination of the environment
WARNING
General dangers at workplace
If the safety measures are not followed, working in a laboratory bears
a high risk of injury, which can endanger your life and health.
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Only professionally trained and qualified specialist personnel may
operate the instruments.
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Follow the applicable provisions concerning work safety and all
regulations on wearing protective clothing.
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Use suitable tools to perform your work.
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Use protective grounding when working with highly flammable
substances and gases.