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, AFFF, foam, carbon
dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Blue lips or finger nails. Blue
skin. Dizziness. Headache. Laboured breathing.
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Local exhaust or breathing
protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Refer for
medical attention.
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SKIN |
MAY BE ABSORBED! Blue lips or
fingernails. Blue skin.
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Protective gloves. Protective
clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 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
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Nausea (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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