FIRE OR EXPLOSION
* Some may burn but none ignite readily. * Those substances designated with a "P" may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. * Containers may explode when heated. * Some may be transported hot.
HEALTH
* Inhalation of material may be harmful. * Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes. * Inhalation of Asbestos dust may have a damaging effect on the lungs. * Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic 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 10 to 25 meters (30 to 80 feet) in all directions. * Keep unauthorized personnel away. * Stay upwind.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
* Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). * Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection.
EVACUATION
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: * Water spray, fog or regular foam. * Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. * Do not scatter spilled material with high pressure water streams. * Dike fire-control water for later disposal.
Fire involving Tanks: * 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
* Do not touch or walk through spilled material. * Stop leak if you can do it without risk. * Prevent dust cloud. * Avoid inhalation of asbestos dust.
Small Dry Spills: With clean shovel place material into clean, dry container and cover loosely; move containers from spill area.
Small Spills: Take up with sand or other noncombustible absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal.
Large Spills: * Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. * Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp to minimize spreading. * 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. * Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves.