Specification

5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable Properties:
Hazardous combustion
products: Material will burn in a fire, releasing combustion products of carbon monoxide and
carbon dioxide.
General hazards: Other material adsorbed onto the carbon may also be released.
Extinguishing media: Water fog, foam, dry chemical.
Firefighting equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full body protective clothing.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Notify safety personnel for large spills. Avoid generation of dust. Collect solid for
recovery or disposal. Personnel involved in clean up need protection against skin and
eye contact and inhalation of dust or mist.
Spent granular activated carbon may be recyclable. Dispose of virgin (unused)
carbon in a facility permitted for non-hazardous wastes. Spent (used) carbon should
be disposed of in accordance with applicable laws.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Follow good handling and housekeeping procedures, avoid spills, accumulation of
dust and generation of airborne dust.
Avoid prolonged contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust.
Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles.
Use in a well ventilated area.
Storage: Store in a sealed container in a clean, dry, well ventilated area away from strong
oxidizers, strong acids, ignition sources, combustible materials, and heat.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields, safety goggles or a face shield, especially in
dusty conditions.
Provide an eye wash station nearby.
Skin protection: Gloves and overalls should be worn when handling this product.
Respiratory protection: A dust mask meeting CEN or NIOSH regulations should be worn when handling this
product.
Maximum permissible exposure limit for inert dust: 6mg m-3. When exceeded, an
irritation of respiratory tract is possible.