Having known about the merits and demerits of Iodine, it is also better to know how to handle it and precautions to be undertaken while using it. Based on the nature and form it is present, care should be increased. For instance handling radioactive iodine is riskier when compared to handling organic iodine. A special area has to be designated for the usage or handling of iodine. Trained people alone should be allowed inside those designated areas. Several set of standard rules and regulations are available based on the industries. It is better to go through these regulations before handling it.