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It is important to pull your hair back when using a Bunsen burner to prevent it from coming into contact with the open flame and igniting your hair.
You are instructed to pull back your hair when using a Bunsen burner to prevent your hair from coming into contact with the open flame and catching your hair aflame.

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Long hair may catch fire from the Bunsen burner. Also, long hair needs to be tied back or tucked away under a hat when using machinery.

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