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<br /> SECTIaN Ct. Iit;AI.TH r1AZ r,An :NFt)It!19A'fl()P�' e
<br /> Benzene is listed as a suspected human carcinogen by the ACGIH.
<br /> Sutmm:l:y of Risks: Prolonged skin contact with benzene or excessive inhalation of its vapor may cause headache,wcalmcss,loss of
<br /> appetite,and lassitude.Continued exposure can cause collapse,bronchitis,and pneumonia.The most important health hazards are cancer
<br /> (leukemia),bone marrow effects,and injuries to ulc blood-forming tissue from chronic low-level e-posure.
<br /> Medical Conditions Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure: Ailments of the heart,lungs,liver,kidneys,blood,and central
<br /> nervous systtcm(CNS)may be worsenedby exposure.Administerlimplacement and periodic medical exams emphasizing these organs'
<br /> functions and reassign workers who test positive. Target Organs: Blood,CNS,bone marrow,eyes,and upper respiratory tact
<br /> (URI). Primary Entry: Skin contact,inhalation. Acute Effects: Dizziness,mental dullness,nausea,headache,fatigue,and
<br /> giddiness. Chronic Effects: Possible cancer(leukemia).
<br /> FIRST AID
<br /> Eyes: Immed;..tely 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.
<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
<br /> medical assistance for further treatment,observation,and support after iirzt aid.
<br /> SECTION 7. SPILL, LEAK. AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
<br /> Spill/Leak: Notify safety personnel,provide ventilation,and eliminate all sources of ignition immediately.Cleanup personnel need
<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 vermiculite.Use nonsparking tools to place waste liquid or absorbent into closable containers for disposal. Keep
<br /> waste out of sewers,watersheds,and waterways.
<br /> Waste Disposal: Contact your supplier or a licensed contractor for detailed recommendations for disposal. Follow Federal,state,and
<br /> local regulations.
<br /> OSHA Designations
<br /> Air Contaminant(29 CFR 1910.1000 Subpart Z)
<br /> EPA Designations (40 CFR 302.4)
<br /> RCRA Hazardous Waste,No.U019
<br /> CERCLA Hazardous Substance,Reportable Quantity: 1000 lbs(454 kg)
<br /> SECTION S. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
<br /> Goggles: Always wear protective 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 1910.133. Respirator: Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator per the NIOSH Pocket Cuide
<br /> so Chemical 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 SCB A with a full facepieces
<br /> operated in the pressum-demand or positive-;.ressure mode. Warning:Air-purifying respirators will not prole:t :orkers in oxygen-
<br /> deficient atmospheres. Other:Wear impervious Slaves,boots,aprons,gauntlets,etc.,to prevent any possibility;i skin contact with this
<br /> 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 facilities,and safety showers available in use and handling areas. Contaminated
<br /> Equipment: Contact tenses pose a special hazard;soft lenses may absorb irritants and all lenses concentrate them. Do not wear contact
<br /> lenses in any work area.Remove contaminated clothing and launder it before wearing it again;clean this material from shoes and
<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 cat,drink,or smoke in
<br /> any work area. Do not inhale benzene vapor!
<br /> SECTION 9. SPECIE`.,, PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS
<br /> Storage/Segre;ation: Store benzene in a cool,dry,well-vevulated area away from sources of ignition and incompatible chemicals.
<br /> Special Handling/Storage: Protectcontainersfrom physicaldamage.Electrically ground and bond all metal cor,tainersused in
<br /> shipping or transferring operations.Follow all parts of 29 CFR 1910.1028.
<br /> Engineering Controls: All engineering systems(production,transportation,etc.)must be of maximum explosion-proof desio(non-
<br /> sparking,electrically grounded and bonded,etc.)
<br /> Comments: if possible,substitute less toxic solvents for benzene;use thin material with extreme caution and only if it is absolutely
<br /> essential.
<br /> Transportation Data (49 CFF 172.301-2)
<br /> DOT Shipping Name: Benzene DOT Label: Flammable Liquid INTO Label: Flammable Liquid
<br /> DOT Class: Fiammable Liquid DOT IL No. UN1114 IA10 Class: 3.2
<br /> References: 1,2, 12,73,84-94, 100, 103.
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<br /> necessarily purchaser's responsibrrnr'.Tnensfor,although reasonable care has
<br /> boar taken in the preparauoo of such information.Gemum Publishing Corp.
<br /> ectends no warranuea,makes no representauons and assumes no responsibility I Industtrial Hygiene Review: -,)J«rilson,CZA
<br /> as w the accuracy or suitability of such mforinxion for application to
<br /> purchaser'smtende purposes orforconsequcncesafw%use ,= AtediealReview: Mlliardies,NfD
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