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Product: LOW ODOUR TURPENTINE
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ISSUE: 7 ISSUE DATE: 22/04/2015
SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of necessary first aid measures
Inhalation:
Keep victim calm and remove to fresh air if safe to do so. If rapid recovery
does not occur, transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Skin Contact:
If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin
thoroughly with water and follow by washing with soap if available.
Eye Contact:
If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation
persists seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Transport to nearest medical facility
for additional treatment. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below
hips to prevent aspiration.
Symptoms caused by exposure
Inhalation:
Breathing of high vapour concentrations may cause central nervous system
depression resulting in dizziness, light-headedness, headache, nausea and
loss of coordination. Continuous inhalation may result in unconsciousness and
death.
Skin:
May include redness and cracking.
Eye:
May include redness and swelling.
Ingestion:
May include headache, nausea, coughing and shortness of breath.
Medical attention and special treatment
Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Foam, water spray or fog, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide. Do not use water in a jet.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Carbon monoxide may be evolved if incomplete combustion occurs. Will float and can be reignited on surface
water. Vapour is heavier than air, can spread along ground and distant ignition is possible.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Hazchem code ●3Y.
SECTION 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid contact with spilled or released material. Shut off leaks, if possible without personal risks. Isolate
hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary or unprotected personnel. Remove all sources of ignition in the
surrounding area. Take precautionary measure against static discharge. Ensure electrical continuity by
bonding and earthing all equipment.
Environmental precautions
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Prevent from spreading and entering
waterway using sand, earth or other appropriate barriers. Attempt to disperse the vapour or to direct its flow
to a safe location for example by using fog sprays. Ventilate contaminated area thoroughly.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
For small spills (< 1 drum), transfer by mechanical means to a labelled, sealable container for product
recovery or safe disposal. Allow any residues to evaporate or use an appropriate absorbent material and
dispose of safely.
For larger spills (> 1 drum), transfer by means such as a vacuum truck to a salvage tank for recovery or
disposal. Do not flush residues with water. Retain as contaminated waste. Allow any residues to evaporate or
use an appropriate absorbent material and dispose of safely.