TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Highly flammable.
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NO open flames, NO sparks,
and NO smoking. NO contact with oxidants.
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Powder, water spray, foam,
carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Vapour/air mixtures are
explosive. Risk of fire and explosion upon heating above 60°C. Liquid and vapour flash
in direct sunlight.
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Closed system, ventilation,
explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling,
discharging, or handling.
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In case of fire: keep
drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.
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EXPOSURE |
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A
DOCTOR!
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FIRE |
Abdominal pain. Blue skin.
Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Vomiting. Symptoms may be delayed
(see Notes).
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Closed system and
ventilation.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness.
Pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated
clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
Redness. Pain.
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Face shield or eye
protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of
water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a
doctor.
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INGESTION |
Abdominal pain. Headache.
Nausea. Vomiting (further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke
during work.
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Rinse mouth. Induce
vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.
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