TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible. Gives off
irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant
foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A
DOCTOR!
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INHALATION |
Nausea. Vomiting.
Abdominal pain. Headache. Convulsions.
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Ventilation (not if
powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Refer for
medical attention.
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SKIN |
MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness.
Pain (see Inhalation).
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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 |
Pain. Redness.
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Face shield, or eye
protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
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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 |
(See Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke
during work.
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Induce vomiting (ONLY IN
CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.
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