FIRE OR EXPLOSION
* Self-decomposition or self-ignition may be triggered by heat, chemical reaction, friction or impact. * May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. * Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. * May burn violently. Decomposition may be self-accelerating and produce large amounts of gases. * Vapors or dust may form explosive mixtures with air.
HEALTH
* Inhalation or contact with vapors, substance, or decomposition products may cause severe injury or death. * May produce irritating, toxic and/or corrosive gases. * Runoff from fire control 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 25 to 50 meters (80 to 160 feet) in all directions. * Keep unauthorized personnel away. * Stay upwind. * Keep out of low areas.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
* Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). * Wear chemical protective clothing which is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. It may provide little or no thermal protection. * Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection.
EVACUATION
Large Spill: Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 250 meters (800 feet).
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
Small Fires: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or regular foam.
Large Fires: * Flood fire area with water from a distance. * Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk.
Fire involving Tanks or Car/Trailer Loads: * BEWARE OF POSSIBLE CONTAINER EXPLOSION. * Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. * Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. * Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. * ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire.
SPILL OR LEAK
* ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). * Do not touch or walk through spilled material. * Stop leak if you can do it without risk.
Small Spills: * Take up with inert, damp, noncombustible material using clean non-sparking tools and place into loosely covered plastic containers for later disposal. * Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.
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. * Keep victim warm and quiet. * Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved,and take precautions to protect themselves.