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<br /> SE TI{)N F. IIEALTII ')iAZARD -INFORNIATIO,N .� y „.t4
<br /> Benzene is listed as a suspected human carcinogen by the ACGIH. "r
<br /> Summary of Risks: Prolonged stein contact with benzene or excessive inhalation of its vapor may caase'headache,wcakness,.loss of �
<br /> appetite,and lassitude.Continued exposure can cause collapse, bronchitis,and pneumonia.The most important health'9azards are cancer
<br /> (leukemia),bone marrow effects,and injuries to the blood-forming,tissue from chronic low-level exposure.
<br /> 1 Medical Condltions Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure:,Ailments of the heart,lungs,liver,kidneys,blood,and central
<br /> `nervous system(CNS)may be worsened by exposure.Administer preplacement and periodic medical exams emphasizing these organs-'!
<br /> ,efunctions and reassign workers who test positive, Target Organs: Blood,CNS,bone marrow,eyes,and upperrespiratory tract
<br /> (URT), Primary Entry: Skin contact,inhalation. Acute Effects; Dizziness,mental dullness,nausea,headache,fatigue,and
<br /> giddiness. Chronic`Effects: Possible cancer(leukemia), r e
<br /> FIRST AID
<br /> { Eyes: Immediately flush eyes,including under the eyelids, gently but thoroughly with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes. '
<br /> Skin: Immediately wash the affected area with soap and water.
<br /> Inhalation:'Remove the exposed person to fresh air;restore and/or support his or her breathing as needed. I
<br /> Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to someone who is unconscious or convulsing.Do not induce vomiting because of the
<br /> possibility of aspiration.
<br /> GET MEDICAL`HELP (IN PLANT, PARAMEDIC,'COMMUNITY) FOR ALL EXPOSURES.`Seek prompt u
<br /> .-medical assistance for further treatment;observation, and support after first aid.
<br /> SECTION 7.-SPILL,:LEAK,.AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES ;
<br /> Spill/Leak: Notify safety personnel,provide ventilation,and elimin am all sources of ignition immediately.Cleanup personnel need f
<br /> protection against contact with and inhalation of vapor(see sect-8).Contain large spills and collect waste or absorb it with an inert material
<br /> such as sand,earth,or.verrniculim.Use nonsparking tools to place waste liquid or absorbent into closable containers for disposal. Keep
<br /> waste out of sewers,"watersheds,and waterways. ) t
<br /> Waste Disposal: Contact your supplier or a licensed contractor for detailed recommendations for disposal. Follow Federal,state,and
<br /> local regulations.n r
<br /> OSHA Designations s t
<br /> x Air Contaminant(29 CFR 1910.1x00 Subpart Z)
<br /> EPA Designations (40 CFR 302.4).
<br /> RCRA Hazardous Wasm,No.U019
<br /> i. CERCLA Hazardous Substance,Reportable Quantity:'1000 lbs(454 kg)
<br /> SECTION S:=.SP.ECIAL-PROTECTION INFORMATION
<br /> Goggles: Always wear proiective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles. Where splashing is possible,wear a full'face shield._Follow the ,
<br /> eye-and face-protection guidelines in 29 CFR 191 0.133. Respirator: Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator per the NIOSH Pocket Guide
<br /> ro,Chenrical Hazards for the maximum-use concentrations and/or the exposure limits cited in section 2. Follow the respirator guidelines in
<br /> 29 CFR 1910,134. For emergency or nonroutine use(e.g.,cleaning reactor vessels or storage tanks),wear an'SCBA with a full facepieces
<br /> operated in the pressure-demand or posy ive-pressure mode. Warning. Air-purifying respirators will not protect workers in oxygen
<br /> deficient atmospheres. Other: Wear impervious gloves,boots;aprons,gauntlets,etc.,to preverit'any possibility of skin contact with this
<br /> t suspected human carcinogen. Ventilation: install and operate general and local ventilation systems powerful enough to maintain
<br /> ! airborne levels of benzene below the OSHA PEL standard cited in section 2.
<br /> Safety Stations Make eyewash stations,washing facili4es, and safety showers available in.usc and handling areas. .,Contaminated
<br /> 1 -Equlpment:'Contact lenses pose a special hazard;soft lenses may absorb irritants and all lenses concentrate theta- Do nol wear contact
<br /> lenses in any work area.Remove contaminated clothing and launder�it before wearing it again;clean this mat;rial from shoes and # I
<br /> equipment Comments: Practice good personal hygiene;always wash thoroughly after using this material.Keep it off of your clothing
<br /> and equipment. Avoid.transferring it from your hands to your mouth while eating,drinking,or smoking..Do not eat,drink,or smoke in- `
<br /> c any work area. Do not inhale.benzene vapor!.,
<br /> SECTION 9..SPECTAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS
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<br /> r Storage/Segregation: Stare benzene ire a cool,dry,well-ventilated arca away from sources of ignition and incompatible.chemicals.► I
<br /> $.pedal Hapolin.g/Storage: Protect containers from physical damage.Electrically ground-and bond all metal containers used it)
<br /> ' shipping or transferring operations. Follow all parts of 29 CFR 1910.1028.
<br /> t -Engineering Controls: All engineering systems(production,transportation;etc.)must be of maximum explosian-proof design(non- t
<br /> sparking,electrically grounded and bonded,cic.) 'r i
<br /> r •-Comments:-If possible,substitute less toxic solvents for benzene;use this material with extreme caution and only if it is absolutely
<br /> essential.: _ ., ... ,.. �. r°
<br /> Transportation Data (4'9 CFR 172.101.2)
<br /> x DOT Shipping Larne:'Benzene : !DOT Label:'Flammable'Liquid '=-IA10 Label: Flammable Liquid
<br /> DOT Class: Flammable Liquid DOT ID Ao: 'UN1114 *.' ' _ 'IN Class:
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