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Section 3
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Safety Harrington Generators International
8kVA Diesel Generator 21 Part No: 498
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8kVA Diesel Generator 21 Part No: 498
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141
3.4 Hazards to Health
A list of the hazards that may affect health are included with safety precautions and first aid instructions
Material /
Location
Hazard
First Aid Measures
Engine Oil
When hot may burn the skin but not
expected to give rise to an acute hazard
under normal conditions of use. May
cause an allergic skin reaction in sensitive
individuals. Continuous skin exposure
may give rise to dermatitis.
Gloves, overalls and eye protection
should be worn when handling this
product.
Do not burn old oil as a method of
disposal as combustion is likely to give
rise to a complex mixture of airborne
solids, liquid particulates and gases
including carbon monoxide and
unidentified organic and inorganic
compounds.
Old engine oil has potential health
implications and should not come into
contact with the skin.
A funnel is supplied with each generator
to make topping up with oil easy and
clean.
Burns:
Rinse with clean water, cover with
a sterile pad and obtain medical
assistance.
Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated
clothing and wash thoroughly with soap
and water. If persistent irritation occurs
obtain medical attention. If the material is
injected under high pressure into the body
obtain medical assistance immediately.
Inhalation:
In the unlikely event of
inhalation of fumes if dizziness or nausea
occurs move the individual to fresh air. If
symptoms persist, obtain medical
attention. If difficulties are experienced
with breathing a qualified person should
administer oxygen. If breathing stops give
artificial respiration.
Eyes
: In the unlikely event that the
material enters the eye flush with copious
quantities of clean water. If persistent
irritation occurs obtain medical attention.
Ingestion
: In the unlikely event that
ingestion occurs, wash out the mouth with
water and seek medical attention. Do not
induce vomiting.
Diesel Fuel
May cause skin irritation.
Gloves, overalls and eye protection
should be worn when handling this
product.
As for engine oil above.
Fibre Glass
Insulation
(exhaust
parts ).
The User will not normally come into
contact with this material but Service
Technicians may.
May cause skin and respiratory tract
irritation.
Gloves, overalls, dust mask and eye
protection should be worn when handling
this product.
Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated
clothing and wash thoroughly with soap
and water. If persistent irritation occurs
obtain medical attention.
Inhalation:
In the unlikely event of
inhalation of dust or fibres if irritation of
the mouth and throat occurs rinse with
water. If persistent irritation occurs obtain
medical attention.
Eyes
: In the unlikely event that the
material enters the eye flush with copious
quantities of clean water. If persistent
irritation occurs obtain medical attention.