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Contact with liquid hydrogen sulfide causesfrostbite. If clothing becomes wet with theliquid, avoid ignition sources, remove theclothing and isolate it in a safe area to allowthe liquid to effects of H2S exposure hydrogen sulfide is both an irritant and achemical asphyxiant with effects on bothoxygen utilization and the central health effects can vary dependingon the level and duration of exposure can result in health effectsoccurring at levels that were previously toler-ated without any concentrations irritate the eyes, nose,throat and respiratory system ( , burning/tearing of eyes, cough, shortness of breath).Asthmatics may experience breathing difficul-ties. The effects can be delayed for severalhours, or sometimes several days, whenworking in low-level concentrations. Repeatedor prolonged exposures may cause eyeinflammation, headache, fatigue, irritability,insomnia, digestive disturbances and weightloss.
Hazardous properties of H 2S gas Hydrogen sulfide is heavier than air and may travel along the ground. It collects in low-lying and enclosed, poorly-ventilated areas such as basements, manholes, sewer lines, under-ground telephone vaults and manure pits. For work within confined spaces, use appro-priate procedures for identifying hazards,
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