Refrigerant Oil Hazards

Observe the following when working with or around refrigerant oil.

    Warning
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Required
  • Protect your eyes from contact with refrigerant oil. The oil can cause serious eye injuries. Protect skin and clothing from prolonged or repeated contact with refrigerant oil. To prevent irritation, wash your hands and clothing thoroughly after handling the oil. Rubber gloves are recommended. When working with or around hazardous chemicals, ALWAYS refer to the applicable Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS) and OSHA/GHS (Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals) guidelines for information on allowable personal exposure levels, proper respiratory protection, and handling instructions.

Parent topic: Safety Precautions