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Coghlan’s #529, #940BP Waterproof Matches
Page 7 of 12 December 1, 2015
7. Handling and Storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Handling Procedures: While handling matches, a residue on skin may be transferred to mouth by
accident. Wash thoroughly and immediately after handling this product and before eating, drinking,
smoking or using the toilet.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including incompatibilities
Storage: Keep out of reach of children and animals. Keep container closed when not in use and
store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, flame, sources of ignition, direct sunlight,
foodstuffs and clothing. Protect from sparks, heat or flame. Empty containers may contain residues
which are hazardous. Always keep matches in the container sold with them. Store away from
incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, strong acids or alkalis.
In bulk storage areas, post “NO SMOKING” signs. Have appropriate fire extinguishers located in an
accessible place near storage area. Keep containers closed when not in use. Prevent static
discharges and use proper grounding procedures. Do not stack pallets more than three high.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No other uses except those mentioned in Section 1.2
8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Zinc Oxide, CAS No 1314-13-2 TLV-TWA:2.0 mg/m
3
, TLV-STEL:10 mg/m
3
Boric Acid, CAS No 10043-35-3 TLV-TWA:2.0 mg/m
3
, TLV:STEL: 6.0 mg/m
3
Quartz Powder, CAS No 14808-60-7 TLV-TWA:0.025 mg/m
3
Red Phosphorus, CAS No 7723-14-0 OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for air contaminants
TWA: 0.10 mg/m
3
Tin (IV) Oxide, CAS No 18282-10-5 TLV-TWA: 2.0 mg/m
3
8.2 Exposure Controls
Engineering Controls: Avoid breathing dust, vapours or smoke from burning these matches.
Respiratory Protection: Not applicable for consumers provided package instructions are
followed. In circumstances of high concentration of smoke, a NIOSH approved air purifying
respirator with N, P or R95 or HE filter and an organic vapour cartridge may be permissible.
Skin protection: Not applicable for consumers following product directions. In bulk
situations or when handling is prolonged use adequate skin protection.
Eye and Face Protection: Not applicable for consumers following product directions. Strike
matches away from face.
Footwear: No specific recommendation.
Other: None
Control of environmental exposure
None