How to mitigate the risks associated with toxic substances?
Mitigating the risks involves various strategies:
- Substitution: Replacing toxic catalysts with less harmful alternatives. For example, using biocatalysts instead of traditional metal catalysts. - Containment: Using proper containment systems like fume hoods and closed reactors to minimize exposure. - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wearing appropriate PPE, such as gloves, masks, and goggles. - Proper disposal: Following regulatory guidelines for the disposal of toxic substances to prevent environmental contamination.
