SDS

LESCO Dimension Crabgrass Pre-Emergent Plus Fertilizer
Safety Data Sheet
according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
05/15/2014
EN (English US)
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Reactivity: This product as shipped in the form of coarse granules should not contain sufficient dust to present an explosion
hazard. Prevent dust accumulation (to minimize explosion hazard).
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
Firefighting Instructions: Not flammable. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.
Protection During Firefighting: Firefighters must use full bunker gear including NIOSH-approved positive-pressure self-contained
breathing apparatus to protect against potential hazardous combustion and decomposition products.
Other information: Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. This material becomes slippery when
wet. Avoid all eyes and skin contact and do not breathe vapor and mist. Do not allow product to spread into the environment.
6.1.1. For Non-emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Use appropriate personal protection
equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Collect as any solid. Ventilate area. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For Emergency Responders
Protective Equipment: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Equip cleanup crew with proper
protection. Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: If possible, stop flow of product. Contain and collect as any solid. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
Ventilate area.
6.2. Environmental Precautions
Avoid release to the environment. Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or
streams.
6.3. Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain and collect as any solid. Do not allow into drains or water courses or dispose of where ground or
surface waters may be affected.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Recover the product by vacuuming, shovelling or sweeping. Avoid generation of dust during clean-up
of spills. If spilled directly onto the ground, remove sufficient soil to ensure material is fully recovered. Material may be used if
uncontaminated. Clear up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely.
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
See heading 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: This material becomes slippery when wet.
Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wear recommended
personal protective equipment. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all
safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area.
Hygiene Measures: Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap
and water before eating, drinking, or smoking and again when leaving work. Wash hands and forearms thoroughly after
handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
7.2. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Storage Conditions: Store tightly closed in a dry, cool and well -ventilated place. Protect from moisture. Keep container closed
when not in use.
Incompatible Products: Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizers.
Prohibitions on mixed storage: Store away from: Ammonium nitrate. Refer to Section 10 on Incompatible Materials.
Special Rules on Packaging: Corrosive to copper and its alloys.
7.3. Specific End Use(s)
Fertilizer.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control Parameters
Iron oxide (Fe2O3) (1309-37-1)
USA ACGIH
ACGIH TWA (mg/m³)
5 mg/m³