Phantom Fluid Spills - Siemens Healthineers MAGNETOM Sempra Operator's Manual

2 Safety
Measures in case of phantom
fluid spills
First aid in case of contact with
phantom fluid
18

Phantom fluid spills

2.4.3
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The measurement phantoms may contain either a nickel sulfate
solution or white oil (this liquid is blue in color).
The EC safety data sheets and legal regulations do not explicitly
mention possible hazards relating to phantom fluids.
Note the different measures to be applied for the various phantom
liquids. ( Page 18 First aid in case of contact with phantom fluid)
 CAUTION
Contact with spilled phantom fluid (nickel sulfate)!
Personal injury
◆ Wear protective clothing (gloves, work coat, and goggles).
◆ Wear a mask with a filter for inorganic vapors if aerosols
(inhalable droplets) are formed.
◆ Avoid skin contact with phantom fluids.
◆ Do not use damaged phantoms.
◆ Ensure that fluids from phantoms are disposed of properly.
1 Put on protective clothing (goggles, overalls, and disposable
gloves).
2 Absorb the fluid immediately using absorbent material such as
sand, sawdust, etc.
3 Collect the fluid in a plastic bucket.
4 Prevent phantom fluid from entering the waste water system.
5 Change contaminated clothing.
6 Clean your hands thoroughly using soap and water.
◆ Always consult a physician immediately.
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