| GUIDE 158 |
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INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCES |
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POTENTIAL HAZARDS
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| - Inhalation or contact with substance may cause infection, disease or death. |
| - Runoff from fire control may cause pollution. |
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- Note: Damaged packages containing solid CO2 as a refrigerant may produce water or frost from condensation of air. Do not touch this liquid as it could be contaminated by the contents of the parcel.
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| - Some of these materials may burn, but none ignite readily. |
| - Some may be transported in flammable liquids. |
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PUBLIC SAFETY
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- CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover.
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| - As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 25 meters (75 feet) in all directions. |
| - Keep unauthorized personnel away. |
| - Stay upwind. |
| - Obtain identity of substance involved. |
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| - Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). |
| - Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection. |
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE
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Small Fire
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| - Dry chemical, soda ash, lime or sand. |
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Large Fire
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| - Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. |
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- Do not scatter spilled material with high pressure water streams.
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| - Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. |
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| - Do not touch or walk through spilled material. |
| - Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. |
| - Absorb with earth, sand or other non-combustible material. |
| - Cover damaged package or spilled material with damp towel or rag and keep wet with liquid bleach or other disinfectant. |
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- DO NOT CLEAN-UP OR DISPOSE OF, EXCEPT UNDER SUPERVISION OF A SPECIALIST.
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| - Move victim to a safe isolated area. |
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CAUTION: Victim may be a source of contamination.
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| - Call 911 or emergency medical service. |
| - Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. |
| - In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. |
| - Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. |
| - For further assistance, contact your local Poison Control Center. |
| - Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. |
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