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neutralize with chernical agents. Obtain medical attention as soon as possible. Oils or ointments should not be used. Continue the flushing for an additional 15 minutes if the physician is not immediately available. Inhalation Remove from contaminated atmosphere. Seek medical attention if respiratory irritation occurs. If the victim is having difficulty breathing, oxygen may be administered, preferably with a physician's advice. Vill. INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE Ingestion All food should be kept in a separate area away frorn the working location. Eating, drinking, and smoking should be prohibited in areas where there is a potential for sig- nificant exposure to this material. Before eating, hands and face should be thoroughly washed. Skin Ce 'xct Skin contact should be minimized through the use of. gloves and suitable tong -sleeved clothing. Eye Contact Eye contact should be prevented through the use of chemical safety glasses, goggles or a face shield. Inhil-tion This material should be handled in opera or wall -ventilated areas. if dust is generated it should be controlled by local exhaust ventilation. When this is not feasible, inhalation can be prevented through the use of a NIOSH -approved, particulate filter respirator. IX. SPILL HANDLING Make sur._ all personnel involved in the spill cleanup fol- low good industrial hygiene practices (refer to Section VI ll). Spills can be handled routinely. Use adequate venti- lation and wear a dust mask to prevent inhalation. Wear suitable protective clothing and eye protection to prevent skin and eye contact. Use the following procedures: Sweep up the material being careful not to create dust and transfer to an appropriate chemical waste container. Seal container and dispose of in an approved landfill or in such a manner that will not adversely affect the envi- ronment. The residue may be flushed with water. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CALL, DAY OR NIG,iT (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC) X. CORROSIVITY TO MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION The material is not corrosive to materials commonly used in the construction of process equipment, storage and shipping containers. XI. STORAGE REQUIREMENTS The containers should be stored in a cool, dry, well - ventilated area. The material is hygroscopic, and there- fore the containers should be kept closed when not in use. Exercise due caution to prevent damage to or leakage from the container. XII. DISPOSAL OF UNUSE=D MATERIAL Material that cannot be used or chemically reprocessed should be disposed of in an approved landfill or in such a way that will not adversely affect the environment. X111. DISPOSAL OF CONTAINER Empty containers may be incinerated by means equipped with appropriate environmental pollution controls or dis- carded with the general trash. C C