SDS

Safety Data Sheet
Vigoro® Ready-to-Spray Lawn Fertilizer 20-0-0
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February 27, 2020
Eye Contact:
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Treat for surrounding material.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media:
None known.
Control Parameters: None
Appropriate Engineering Controls:
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
General ventilation should be adequate for all normal use.
Environmental Precautions:
Report spills as required by local and national regulations. Prevent
entry into storm sewers and waterways.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling:
Avoid breathing mist. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not
swallow. Handle and open container with care. When using do not
eat, drink or smoke.
Conditions for Safe Storage,
Including any Incompatibilities:
Keep out of reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. (See
section 10).
Special Protective Equipment
and Precautions for Firefighters:
Keep upwind of fire. Wear full fire fighting turn-out gear (full
Bunker gear) and respirator protection (SCBA).
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective
Equipment and Emergency
Procedures:
Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the
hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected
personnel.
Methods and Materials for
Containment and Cleaning Up:
Contain and/or absorb spill with inert material. Scoop up material
and place in a disposable container. Then place in a suitable
container. Do not flush to sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Most Important
Symptoms/Effects,
Acute and Delayed:
Symptoms of exposure may include, irritation of eyes and nose, cough and/or shortness of
breath.
Indication of
Immediate Medical
Attention & Special
Treatment Needed:
Immediate medical attention should not be required.
Section 5 - FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Specific Hazards Arising from
the Chemical:
Products of combustion may include, and are not limited to: oxides
of carbon.
In case of contact, flush eyes with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if worn. If
irritation persists, get medical attention.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical advice/attention.