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08/08/2008

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Swallowed

: Causes acid burns Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Do Not induce vomiting. NEVER

give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical assistance. Poisons

Information Centre pH 13 1126.

Eye Exposure

: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water holding eyelids open. Seek immediate

medical assistance.

Skin Exposure

: Remove all contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with plenty of water.

Launder clothing before reuse. If skin irritation persists seek medical advice.

Inhalation

: Remove victim from exposure to fresh air. If feeling unwell seek medical advice.

Advice to Doctor

Treat symptomatically based on individual reactions of patient and judgement of doctor. If victim

is conscious, give immediately by mouth, a fine suspension in water of a non-toxic calcium

compound such as calcium lactate, chalk or milk. Large amounts of calcium are required to

inactivate oxalate by precipitating it as the insoluble oxalate salt.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Hazchem Code:

Not assigned.

Product is water based and is unlikely to play a contributing role in any fire. Heat product may give

off highly irritating fumes.

Special protective precautions and equipment for fire fighters

Fire fighters should use the appropriate equipment for the surrounding fire. Breathing apparatus

must be worn.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions

:

Use personal protective equipment including impervious gloves and eye protection.

Spilt material can create slippery conditions.

Environmental precautions:

CAUTION: Keep spills and cleaning runoff out of drains and open bodies of water.

Methods & Materials for Containment & Clean Up

:

Contain spills immediately with inert absorbent materials (e.g. sand, earth).

Transfer liquids and used absorbent material to separate suitable containers for recovery or

disposal.