SOP: The Thermite Reaction

SOP: The Thermite Reaction
Publication Date: September, 2015
Type of Resource: Standard Operating Procedure

This downloadable document is a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and detailed method for demonstrating the thermite reaction.

This reaction is potentially a very hazardous activity; however the hazards it presents can be safely managed with suitable controls in place.

The accompanying example risk assessment should be used as a guide only and users should consider risks and safety measures in their local environment before proceeding.

Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S10U07 (Year 10)

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