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.
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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
powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION
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Gas/air mixtures are explosive.
Risk of fire and explosion as a result of violent decomposition when heated.
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Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
Use non-sparking handtools.
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In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water.
Combat fire from a sheltered position.
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EXPOSURE
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STRICT HYGIENE!
AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Cough.
Dizziness.
Drowsiness.
Headache.
Nausea.
Sore throat.
Vomiting.
Weakness
Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Closed system and ventilation.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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MAY BE ABSORBED!
Dry skin.
Redness.
Burning sensation.
Pain.
Blisters.
ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
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Protective gloves.
Cold-insulating gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Redness.
Pain.
Blurred vision.
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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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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
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