MSDS

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MSDS – KRYSTOL PLUG | OCT 2013
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability: Noncombustible
Means of Extinction: Water, Fog, Alcohol-Resistant Foam, Dry Chemical or Carbon Dioxide (CO
2
)
Flashpoint and Method: Non-combustible, >200F
Autoignition Temperature: Not Applicable
Fire and Explosion Data: Not Applicable
Hazardous Combustion Products: Not Applicable
Fire Fighting Instructions: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. Product
reacts with water and creates heat.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Wear protective equipment as described under section 8 and follow the advice for safe handling
and use given under section 7. Emergency procedures are not required.
Environment precautions: Do not wash product down sewage and drainage systems or into bodies of water.
Methods for cleaning up:
• Use dry cleanup methods that do not cause airborne dispersion, e.g.: Vacuum cleaner (Industrial portable
units, equipped with high efficiency particulate filters (HEPA filter) or equivalent technique).
• Wipe-up the dust by mopping, wet brushing or water spraying and remove wet product.
• When vacuum cleaning or wet cleaning are not possible and only dry cleaning with brushes can be done,
ensure that the workers wear appropriate personal protective equipment and prevent dust from spreading.
• Place spilled materials into a container. Allow material to dry and solidify before disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Procedures and Equipment:
• Avoid contact with skin and eyes by wearing protective equipment: safety goggles, protective clothing, nitrile
gloves and waterproof shoes.
• Use in well-ventilated area or wear NIOSH-approved respirator with particulate cartridges or filter.
• Do not handle or store near food and beverages or smoking materials.
• Carrying bags/buckets may cause sprains and strains to the back, arms, shoulders and legs.
• Handle with care and use appropriate control measures.
• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
• Keep container closed when not in use.
Storage Requirements:
• Bulk product should be stored in containers that are waterproof, dry (internal condensation minimized), clean and
protected from contamination.
• Product can build-up or adhere to the walls of a confined space. It can release, collapse or fall unexpectedly.
• Keep containers tightly closed.
• Protect from moisture.
• Store in a cool, dry place.
• Keep out of reach of children.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits:
• Portland Cement, CAS# 65997-15-1
WELs EH40/2005 (UK), 8 hr TWA, 2007 : 10 mg/m
3
inhalable dust, 4 mg/m
3
respirable dust.
ACGIH TLV-TWA 2000: 10 mg total dust/m
3
OSHA PEL, 8-hr TWA: 15 mg total dust/m
3
, 5 mg respirable dust/m
3
Chromium VI (hexavalent): 0.05mg/m3- sensitiser
• Silica, Quartz, CAS#14808-60-7
WELs EH40/2005 (UK), 8 hr TWA, 2007: 0.1 mg/m
3
respirable dust
ACGIH TLV-TWA 2008: 0.025 mg respirable dust/m
3
OSHA PEL, 8-hr TWA: 10 mg respirable dust/m
3
(percent silica + 2)
NIOSH REL, 8-hr TWA: 0.05 mg respirable dust/m
3
Specific Engineering Controls: Use general or local exhaust ventilation to keep dust levels below exposure limits. If
exceed the limits, use a properly fitted and NIOSH approved respirator.