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Document ID (ISN)106516
CIS number 07-677
Year 2002
Convention or series no. HSE Textiles Information Sheet No.7
Author(s)
Health and Safety Executive
Title Selection and safe use of spotting solvents in textile and clothing industries
Bibliographic information HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, Apr. 2002. 4p. 17 ref.
Internet access http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/tis7.pdf [in English]
Abstract This information note provides practical step-by step guidance on how to select spotting solvents and prevent risks to the health and safety of persons who use them. Topics covered: definition of spotting solvents; health effects due to exposure; legal requirements; four steps to selecting a solvent; measures to control exposure.
Descriptors (primary) United Kingdom; solvents; dry cleaning
Descriptors (secondary) flammable liquids; legal aspects; halogenated hydrocarbons; substitution; information of personnel; health hazards; aliphatic hydrocarbons; data sheet; personal protective equipment
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Country / State or ProvinceUnited Kingdom
Subject(s) Textile and clothing industries
Broad subject area(s) Chemical safety
Browse category(ies) Laundries and dry cleaning