PRECAUTIONS

(including safe distances for use)

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Cobalt-60 must be stored well shielded by lead or uranium,

Storage and also kept in solid form to prevent any leakage. Preferably
stored in pool filled with demineralised water.

Protective clothes/eye laboratory coats, coveralls, gloves, safety glasses/goggles and

protection a suitable mask

Handling
Optimising time, reducing contact as possible, distancing and
shielding.

Other
Make sure it is sealed well and protected well when
disposed.

RISKS TO HUMANS IF EXPOSURE OCCURS

Large dose external exposure to Co-60 can cause skin burns, acute radiation sickness,
or even death. If ingested, small amount is absorbed by organs and tissues which are
hence damaged