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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Extremely flammable.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
NO contact with halogens or active metals.
NO contact with hot surfaces.
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Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with
protein based foam.
NO hydrous agents.
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EXPLOSION
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Gas/air mixtures are explosive.
Heating may cause pressure rise with risk of bursting and explosion.
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Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state.
Use non-sparking handtools.
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In case of fire: cool cylinder by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
Combat fire from a sheltered position.
Fire fighters should wear complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
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EXPOSURE
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STRICT HYGIENE!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Cough.
Dizziness.
Laboured breathing.
Nausea.
Sore throat.
Weakness.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Artificial respiration if indicated.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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Serious frostbite.
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Cold-insulating gloves.
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Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Severe deep burns.
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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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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
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STORAGE
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PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Evacuate danger area!
Consult an expert!
Ventilation.
Stop flow of gas.
Spilled liquid has very low temperature and evaporates quickly
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Fireproof.
Store outside or in a separate building.
Separated from
strong oxidants,
aluminium, halogens, lithium, food and feedstuffs.
Cool.
Ventilation along the floor and ceiling.
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Special insulated cylinder.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
UN Hazard Class: 2
UN Subsidiary Risks: 3, 6.1
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0432
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Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993
No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.
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