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HMIS RATING HEALTH: 0 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0 NFPA RATING HEALTH: 0 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0 For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11. EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Caution: nonflammable high-pressure gas. |
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath. GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES Wash thoroughly after handling. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory: Government approved respirator in nonventilated areas and/or for exposure above the TLV or PEL. Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Eye: Chemical safety goggles. WORK PRACTICES Store and use with adequate ventilation. |
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HANDLING User Exposure: Do not breathe gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. STORAGE Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Cylinder temperature should not exceed 125?F (52?C). SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Contents under pressure. |
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PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL Evacuate area and keep personnel upwind. Shut off leak if there is no risk. |
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Suitable: Use water spray or fog nozzle to keep cylinder cool. Move cylinder away from fire if there is no risk. FLASH POINT N/A AUTOIGNITION TEMP N/A FLAMMABILITY N/A FIREFIGHTING Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. EXPLOSION HAZARDS Container explosion may occur under fire conditions. |
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ORAL EXPOSURE If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician. INHALATION EXPOSURE If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DERMAL EXPOSURE In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. EYE EXPOSURE In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician. |