Specification

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OCMW00004 - Bonded Mineral Wool Revision Date 28-Jul-2016
under normal conditions of use, will not release or otherwise cause an individual to be
exposed to a hazardous product) are not regulated by the Canadian Hazardous Products
Regulation SOR/2015-17
Other Hazards
May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to the mechanical abrasion
effect of fibers
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
While mineral wool may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to the mechanical abrasion effects of fibers, it
does not meet the new classification definition of “irritant” contained in the OSHA HCS 29 CFR 1910.1000, Appendix A. OSHA
now specifically defines an irritant as “a reversible inflammatory effect on living tissue by chemical action…” Owens Corning
mineral wool is an inert material and does not interact chemically with the skin or mucous membranes
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact
• DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
• Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes
• If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact
• Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
• DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of the fibers
• Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers
• DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
• Remove contaminated clothing and shoes
• If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
• If skin irritation persists, call a physician
• Never use compressed air to remove fibers from skin
Inhalation
• Remove to fresh air
• If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion
• Accidental ingestion of this material is unlikely
• Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
• If this does occur watch person for several days to make sure intestinal blockage does not
occur
• If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
• Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the
surrounding environment
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
• As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (positive-pressure), MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent) and full protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Methods for cleaning up
• Use personal protective equipment as required
• Avoid creating dust
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