I just got a very high-paying job as a driver for a local chemical delivery company, and I'll be mixing and delivering this product, both concentrated and unconcentrated, to customers in a closed truck.
I have pretty bad asthma, and I'm just terrified of being around this stuff. They've been selling it for over 20 years, but I'm still just curious about people's opinions on what precautions should be taken when handling it?
Working with chemicals requires caution when you have asthma. Sodium sulfite is used as a reduced agent in the industry, but its smoke and dust can disturb the respiratory tract, so it's important to protect itself in advance. When working with hydrosulfite de sodium avoid making dust and drops. Never mix with water until special instructions are given, as it can cause dangerous smoke. After working with it, wash your hands and face thoroughly, avoid touching your eyes and mouth, and change clothes when contaminated.