Due to the special reasons of unstable chemical properties of sulfur products, we need to pay more attention to the storage problem.
First of all, sulfur is flammable and explosive, mixed with air for sandblasting or burning, and needs to be avoided with care when igniting. Although sulfur is a low toxicity chemical toxicologically, the combustion of its vapor and sulfur following a sulfur dioxide attack is highly toxic to humans. It reacts violently when it comes into contact with halogens, metal powders, etc. Sulfur is a poor conductor. During storage and transportation, it can cause static electricity and sulfur fires. Dust mixed with air or oxidants forms explosive mixtures.
After the sulfur product powder produces a dangerous situation of leakage, the people at the scene usually experience several situations such as inhalation, ingestion, and absorption through the skin. Since it can be partially converted to hydrogen sulfide in the gut and absorbed, many oral doses can lead to hydrogen sulfide poisoning. Systemic toxic effects of acute hydrogen sulfide poisoning manifest in the central nervous system, including headache, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting, and syncope. Sulfur can also cause conjunctivitis. When a sulfur leak occurs on the skin, the leaked contaminated area should be cut off, income should be restricted, and the fire source should be cut off together. Emergency personnel should wear self-priming filter dust masks and normal work clothes. Do not come into direct contact with spillage. In the event of a small spill, to avoid dusting, collect the spill with a clean shovel in a dry, clean, covered container and transfer to a safe place. Many spills should be covered with plastic sheeting and canvas to reduce splashing and then collected or transported to a waste disposal site using non-sparking materials.
Employees exposed to sulphur generally do not need special protection. They can wear protective gloves and factory clothing. When the dust concentration in the air is high, you need to wear a self-priming filter dust mask.
When sulfur poisoning occurs, in the case of skin contact, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. If eye contact occurs, flush with water or saline and seek medical attention. If poisoning is inhaled, the victim should be allowed to leave the scene quickly to fresh air and keep the airway open.
If the sulfur catches fire, smother it with sand over a small fire. In case of fire, dry powder resuscitator can be used to put out the fire. Do not lead the water hose directly to molten material as this can cause a large fire or cause a violent boil. Firefighters must wear gas masks and carry out rescue operations in upwind areas.