FIRE OR EXPLOSION
* Flammable/combustible material. * May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. * DRIED OUT material may explode if exposed to heat, flame, friction or shock; Treat as an explosive (GUIDE 112). * Keep material wet with water or treat as an explosive (Guide 112). * Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.
HEALTH
* Some are toxic and may be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin. * Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. * Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. * Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
PUBLIC SAFETY
* CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. * Isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 100 meters (330 feet) in all directions. * Keep unauthorized personnel away. * Stay upwind. * Ventilate closed spaces before entering.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
* Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). * Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection.
EVACUATION
Large Spill: Consider initial evacuation for 500 meters (1/3 mile) in all directions.
Fire: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions.
FIRE
CARGO Fires: * DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches cargo! Cargo may EXPLODE! * Stop all traffic and clear the area for at least 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions and let burn. * Do not move cargo or vehicle if cargo has been exposed to heat.
TIRE or VEHICLE Fires: * Use plenty of water - FLOOD it! If water is not available, use CO2, dry chemical or dirt. * If possible, and WITHOUT RISK, use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles from maximum distance to prevent fire from spreading to cargo area. * Pay special attention to tire fires as re-ignition may occur. Stand by with extinguisher ready.
SPILL OR LEAK
* ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). * All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded. * Do not touch or walk through spilled material.
Small Spills: Flush area with flooding quantities of water.
Large Spills: * Wet down with water and dike for later disposal. * KEEP "WETTED" PRODUCT WET BY SLOWLY ADDING FLOODING QUANTITIES OF WATER.
FIRST AID
* Move victim to fresh air. * Call 911 or emergency medical service. * Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. * Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. * Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. * In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. * Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves.