TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE
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ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS
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PREVENTION
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FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
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FIRE
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Combustible.
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NO open flames.
NO contact with oxidizing agents.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION
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Above 61°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 61°C closed system, ventilation.
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In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
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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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Cough,
drowsiness,
headache,
nausea.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest,
and refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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MAY BE ABSORBED!
Dry skin
(further see Inhalation).
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Protective gloves,
protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes,
rinse skin with plenty of water or shower,
and refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Redness,
pain,
blurred vision.
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Safety goggles
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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Abdominal pain,
diarrhoea,
nausea,
vomiting
(further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth,
give plenty of water to drink,
induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!),
and refer for medical attention.
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