RDG603A20 - Issue 10
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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Media
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards
Heat from fire could result in drums bursting
Hazardous combustion
Protection against nuisance dust must be used when the airborne concentration exceeds 10
products
mg/m3. Oxides of carbon. Oxides of nitrogen. Fire may also create other unidentified organic
gases some of which may be toxic.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protective actions during
Control run-off water by containing and keeping it out of sewers and watercourses.
firefighting
Special protective equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
for firefighters
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions
For personal protection, see Section 8. In case of spills, beware of slippery floors and
surfaces.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions
Contain spillage with sand or earth. Avoid the spillage or runoff entering drains, sewers or
watercourses. The product is insoluble in water and will spread on the water surface.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Contain spillage with sand or earth. Collect spillage for reclamation or disposal in sealed
containers via a licensed waste contractor. Avoid water contacting spilled material or leaking
containers. Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be reported
immediately to the Environmental Agency or other appropriate regulatory body. In case of
spillage on water prevent the spread by use of suitable barrier equipment
6.4. Reference to other sections
Reference to other sections
For personal protection, see Section 8. See Section 11 for additional information on health
hazards. For waste disposal, see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions
Avoid spilling. Always remove oil with soap and water or skin cleaning agent, never use
organic solvents. Do not use oil-contaminated clothing or shoes, and do not put rags
moistened with oil into pockets.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions
Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Storage class
Miscellaneous hazardous material storage.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s)
The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.
