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Waste Type(s) (Mark those that are applicable): <br />X petroleum liquids <br />X petroleum sludges <br />X contaminated soil <br />Other (please specify): <br />Waste Characteristics: (Mark those that are applicable): <br />X <br />ignitable X <br />volatile <br />corrosive <br />radioactive <br />X <br />toxic <br />unknown <br />reactive <br />Other (please specify): <br />Known/Suspected Chemical Hazards Chemicals of concern include benzene, toluene, <br />ethylbenzene and xylenes (BTEX) Overexposure to these compounds can cause headache, <br />dizziness, nausea, and eye, nose and throat irritation Benzene is a known carcinogen PELs <br />for BTEX compounds are 1, 50, 100, and 100 parts per million (ppm), respectively PELs <br />listed are based on an 8 -hour time weighted average for exposure to airborne compounds <br />The primary route of exposure for diesel and BTEX compounds is inhalation <br />FIRST AID: <br />Inhalation - At first signs of headache or dizziness, remove victim from work area and give <br />fresh air If breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration Get medical attention <br />immediately <br />Skin and Eye Contact - Flush eyes immediately with water for at least 15 minutes, <br />occasionally lifting the eyelids Remove contaminated clothing Wash affected body areas <br />with large amounts of soap and water Get medical attention if irritation persists after <br />washing <br />Ingestion - Do not induce vomiting Keep victim warm and at rest Get medical attention <br />3 <br />