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Ethylene oxide is a highly flammable gas used to sterilize medical equipment. To prevent a fire hazard, ethylene oxide should only be used in an area
with open windows and doorways.
with non-flammable equipment only
without fire extinguishers.
without sparks or flames.

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without sparks or flames.

Ethylene oxide is highly flammable and explosive — it must be used away from ignition sources and in properly ventilated, explosion‑proof areas with appropriate monitoring, grounding, and trained procedures.