FACTS

1. At high concentrations chlorine exposure

• Can be fatal within 30 minutes, even if you've only taken a few breaths of it

2.ÿ At low concentrations chlorine exposure results in:

• Mild discomfort to eyes, nose, and throat
• As concentration increase this becomes more severe, with stinging and burning

3. Since chlorine is heavier than air, the gas will settle in low places and begin to fill a room. If exposed to the gas, workers should get out of the area immediately and seek first aid. 4. Chlorine is used in the pulp and paper industries, pool chemical products, cleaning products, mining products, bleach […]