Health Tip: Working With Bleach

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Bleach, while a common household chemical, can burn the skin and cause eye damage.

When handling bleach right out of the container, the North Dakota State University says you should take these precautions:

• Wear eye protection, such as safety glasses or goggles.
• Wear rubber or nitrile gloves.
• Wear clothing that covers your skin.
• Open the container outside or in a well-ventilated room.
• Wash your hands vigorously before you resume daily activities.

If you come in contact with concentrated bleach, the school says you should quickly call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

Source: HealthDay

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