TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. |
NO water. Dry powder, dry sand. NO hydrous agents. |
Risk of fire and explosion on contact with water. |
| EXPLOSION |
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In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! |
| |
| EXPOSURE |
IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! |
Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. |
|
| Inhalation |
Closed system and ventilation. |
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Redness. Pain. Blisters. Skin burns. |
| Skin |
Protective gloves. Protective clothing. |
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. |
| Eyes |
Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. |
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse. |
| Ingestion |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention. |
Remove all ignition sources. Sweep spilled substance into air tight, dry containers. Chemical protection suit. (Extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles.) |
