Specification

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Revision Date: 03/28/2016
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Special protective equipment
for fire-fighters:
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be
worn in case of fire.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures:
Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. Evacuate area. See Section
8 of the SDS for Personal Protective Equipment. Keep upwind. Keep
unauthorized personnel away. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled
material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.
Methods and material for
containment and cleaning
up:
Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal
according to local regulations.
Notification Procedures:
In the event of a spill or accidental release, notify relevant authorities in
accordance with all applicable regulations.
Environmental Precautions:
Avoid release to the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe
to do so.
7. Handlin
g
and stora
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e
Precautions for safe handling:
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Obtain special instructions before use. Use personal protective equipment
as required. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Ventilate well, avoid breathing vapors. Use approved respirator if air
contamination is above accepted level. Use mechanical ventilation in case
of handling which causes formation of dust.
Conditions for safe storage,
including any
incompatibilities:
Store locked up.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Control Parameters
Occupational Exposure Limits
Chemical Identity type Exposure Limit Values Source
Calcium Carbonate
(Limestone) - Total
dust.
PEL 15 mg/m3 US. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air
Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
(02 2006)
Calcium Carbonate
(Limestone) -
Respirable fraction.
PEL 5 mg/m3 US. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air
Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
(02 2006)
Polyethylene -
Inhalable particles.
TWA 10 mg/m3 US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
(
03 2015
)
Polyethylene -
Respirable particles.
TWA 3 mg/m3 US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
(03 2015)
Polyethylene -
Respirable fraction.
PEL 5 mg/m3 US. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air
Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
(02 2006)