TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Highly flammable. |
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. |
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water in large amounts, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION |
Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. |
Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. |
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
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EXPOSURE |
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•INHALATION |
Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Sore throat. (See Ingestion). |
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
•SKIN |
Dry skin. |
Protective gloves. |
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
•EYES |
Redness. |
Safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. |
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
•INGESTION |
Abdominal pain. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. (Further see Inhalation). |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention. |