Cryogens dry ice liquid N 2 etc Hazards Low temperature can cause frostbite and damage to instruments Fast expansion can pressurize containers very quickly Suffocation may occur if ventilation is not good ID: 761855
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Cryogens: dry ice, liquid N2, etc HazardsLow temperature can cause frostbite and damage to instrumentsFast expansion can pressurize containers very quicklySuffocation may occur if ventilation is not goodAvoid pouring cryogens from above chest levelWear appropriate PPECryo gloves, face shieldUse only containers designated for low-temperature liquidsDo not overfill containersAvoid leaving liquid N2 open to the atmosphere for long periods of time.