MSDS

Conforms to OSHA HazCom 2012 Standard and CPR
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Trade Name: Prolite Stone & Tile Mortar Print date: 2013-06-17
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Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry to
unnecessary and unprotected personnel.
6.2 METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING - UP
Methods for Containment:
Pick up large pieces, then place in a suitable container. Do not flush to
sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE).
Methods for Cleaning
-
Up:
Vacuum or sweep material and place in a disposal container.
Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
Handling:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not swallow. Good housekeeping
is important to prevent accumulation of dust. Avoid generating dust. The
use of compressed air for cleaning clothing, equipment, etc, is not
recommended. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Handle and open
container with care. When using do not eat or drink. Wash hands before
eating, drinking, or smoking. (See section 8)
General Hygiene Advice:
Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash hands before
eating, drinking, or smoking.
7.2 CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE, INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATIBILITIES
Storage:
Keep out of the reach of children. Store in dust-tight, dry, labeled
containers. Keep containers closed when not in use. Avoid any dust
buildup by frequent cleaning and suitable construction of the storage
area. Do not store in an area equipped with emergency water
sprinklers. Use corrosion-resistant structural materials and lighting
and ventilation systems in the storage area. (See section 10)
Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 CONTROL PARAMETERS
Exposure Guidelines
Occupational Exposure Limits
Ingredient
OSHA
-
PEL
ACGIH
-
TLV
Portland cement 15 mg/m³ (total); 5 mg/m³ (resp)
1 mg/m³ (no asbestos and <1%
crystalline silica, respirable fraction)
Glass, oxide, chemicals 15 mg/m³ (total) 10 mg/m³ (total)
Calcium carbonate 15 mg/m³ (total); 5 mg/m³ (resp) 10 mg/m³
Ethylenevinylacetate
copolymer Not available. Not available.
Gypsum
15 mg/m
3
(total dust);
5 mg/m
3
(respirable fraction) 10 mg/m
3
Calcium formate Not available. Not available.
Kaolin 15 mg/m
3
2 mg/m
3