Although chemists consider hydrofluoric acid (HF) to be a “weak” acid, its potential to produce serious health ... Laboratory personnel should only attempt to clean up small HF spills that do not ...

When you are using hydrofluoric acid: Follow your employer's instructions and training in the safe use of the material. Use all of the protective equipment and clothing provided. Tell your employer ...

Only one substance will do the job: hydrofluoric acid, or HFA. HFA has a bad reputation, and deservedly so, notwithstanding its somewhat overwrought treatment by Hollywood. It’s corrosive to ...

Minor spills are generally considered to be spills that have a risk equivalent to less than that of a spill of one liter of concentrated acid. Decontamination of Materials: Use absorbent pads to ...