Chemical Handling & Safety Photography

Issues with Chemicals Eyes Skin/clothing Inhalation Ingestion

Eyes Flush immediately with water at the eye wash for at least 15 minutes Notify Mr. Langley Avoid problem by letting prints drip instead of shaking

Skin/Clothing Wash affected skin with soap and water Change clothing/shoes if necessary

Inhalation Ventilation system Move to fresh air if affected Hold chemicals at arms’ length when mixing to avoid inhaling If you have asthma, stay out of darkroom when chemicals are being mixed.

Ingestion No food or drinks in the darkroom! First action – call Poison Control If someone ingests developer, fixer, photo flo – induce vomiting If someone ingests stop bath – do not induce vomiting If someone ingests the water bath – do not induce vomiting

Medical Concern Pregnancy Asthma