Safety & Operational Standards
L (+) -lactic acid product safety and operation specification
L (+) -lactic acid is an important organic compound, widely used in food, medicine, chemical industry and many other fields. In order to ensure its safe use and standardized operation, this safety and operation specification is hereby established.
#1. Storage safety
L (+) -lactic acid should be stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources, and the storage temperature should not exceed 30 ° C. Keep the container sealed, and store it separately from oxidants and alkalis. Do not mix it. Equip with fire fighting equipment of corresponding variety and quantity. The storage area should be equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment and suitable containment materials. Because it is corrosive to a certain extent, if improperly stored, it may react with other substances, which may cause safety accidents.
#II. Transportation Safety
During transportation, it is necessary to ensure that the container does not leak, collapse, fall or damage. It is strictly forbidden to mix and transport with oxidants, alkalis, edible chemicals, etc. During transportation, it should be protected from exposure to the sun, rain and high temperature. The vehicle should be thoroughly cleaned after transportation. The bumps and temperature changes in the transportation process may affect the stability of the product, so the transportation conditions need to be strictly regulated.
#III. Operating Specifications
Operators must undergo special training and strictly abide by the operating procedures. It is recommended that the operator wear a self-priming filter gas mask (half mask), wear chemical safety protective glasses, wear anti-acid and alkali work clothes, and wear rubber acid and alkali gloves. Avoid contact with oxidants and alkalis. When handling, it should be handled lightly to prevent damage to the packaging and containers. Equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment. Harmful substances may remain in the empty container. During operation, due to the chemical properties of L (+) -lactic acid, a little carelessness may cause harm to the operator, or cause environmental pollution and other problems.
#4. Emergency treatment
If a leak occurs, quickly evacuate the personnel in the leaked contaminated area to the safe area, and isolate them, and strictly restrict access. It is recommended that emergency response personnel wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus and anti-acid and alkali work clothes. Do not come into direct contact with leaks. Cut off the source of leaks as much as possible. Prevent it from flowing into restricted spaces such as sewers and drainage ditches. Small leaks: Mix with sand, dry lime or soda ash. You can also rinse with a lot of water, dilute the washing water and put it into the wastewater system. Large leaks: Build embankments or dig pits for containment. Transfer to a tanker or a special collector with a pump, recycle or transport it to a waste treatment site for disposal. In the event of a safety accident, prompt and correct emergency treatment can effectively reduce losses and hazards.
Following the above safety and operating standards can maximize the safety of L (+) -lactic acid products during storage, transportation and use, and promote the stable development of related industries.