Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Occupational exposure limits
US. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
Value
Type
Form
Components
PEL 5 mg/m3 Respirable fraction.Limestone (CAS 1317-65-3)
15 mg/m3 Total dust.
US. OSHA Table Z-3 (29 CFR 1910.1000)
Value
Type
Form
Components
TWA 20 mppcfMica (CAS 12001-26-2)
TWA 0.3 mg/m3 Total dust.Talc (CAS 14807-96-6)
0.1 mg/m3 Respirable.
20 mppcf
2.4 mppcf Respirable.
US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Value
Type
Form
Components
TWA 3 mg/m3 Respirable fraction.Mica (CAS 12001-26-2)
TWA 2 mg/m3 Respirable fraction.Talc (CAS 14807-96-6)
US. NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Value
Type
Form
Components
TWA 5 mg/m3 Respirable.Limestone (CAS 1317-65-3)
10 mg/m3 Total
TWA 3 mg/m3 Respirable.Mica (CAS 12001-26-2)
TWA 2 mg/m3 Respirable.Talc (CAS 14807-96-6)
Biological limit values
No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide sufficient ventilation for operations causing dust formation. Observe occupational
exposure limits and minimize the risk of exposure.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Wear approved safety goggles.
Skin protection
Hand protection
It is a good industrial hygiene practice to minimize skin contact. For prolonged or repeated skin
contact use suitable protective gloves.
Other
Normal work clothing (long sleeved shirts and long pants) is recommended.
Respiratory protection
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below recommended exposure
limits (where applicable) or to an acceptable level (in countries where exposure limits have not
been established), an approved respirator must be worn. Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air
purifying respirator as needed to control exposure. Consult with respirator manufacturer to
determine respirator selection, use, and limitations. Use positive pressure, air-supplied respirator
for uncontrolled releases or when air purifying respirator limitations may be exceeded. Follow
respirator protection program requirements (OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2) for all respirator
use.
Thermal hazards
None.
General hygiene
considerations
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material
and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective
equipment separately from regular wash. Observe any medical surveillance requirements.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state
Semi-solid.
Form
Paste.
Color
Off-white.
Odor
Low to no odor.
Odor threshold
Not applicable.
pH
7.5 - 9.9
Melting point/freezing point
Not applicable.
SHEETROCK® Brand All Purpose Joint Compound, Ready-Mixed SDS US
918344 Version #: 01 Revision date: - Issue date: 07-August-2014
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