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Hydrofluoric acid and inorganic fluorine compounds

Before starting work with hydrofluoric acid and inorganic fluorine compounds, you must observe the following:

  • Activity-related risk assessment (we are happy to help with this)
  • Preparation of operating instructions (we are happy to help with this)
  • Safety instruction
    • is offered twice a year by Office of Occupational Safety, Environmental und Health Protection
    • Registration via internal training or by arrangement
    • in German and, if necessary, in English
  • Compulsory occupational health care
  • Provision of a first aid kit specially adapted to this work
    • Procurement via Office of Occupational Safety, Environmental und Health Protection
the first aid kit for hydrofluoric acid accidents contains special equipment and some emergency medication. © A. Klauke

We also recommend attending a first aid course specifically for accidents involving hydrofluoric acid and inorganic fluorine compounds.

  • Organized annually by Office of Occupational Safety, Environmental and Health Protection, next course: 14.04.2026
  • Carried out by the company doctor
  • Registration via internal training or via Marlene Schmidt, phone: 755-3310
  • in German and, if necessary, in English (on request from Office of Occupational Safety, Environmental and Health Protection)