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ACTION GUIDE#4—ARSENIC EXPOSURE WITHOUT FIRE EXPOSURE WITHOUT FIRE <br /> GENERAL DESCRIPTION <br /> Arsenic Filter Cake Cas#7440-38-2 540 cu.ft. <br /> LAWTF generates sludge bi-product containing arsenic. Arsenic, typically, is a grey metallic <br /> powder or chunk solid that turns black on exposure to air and insoluble in water. <br /> CAUTION: <br /> • Irritating to eyes and skin. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of <br /> water and seek medical advice. <br /> • Do not eat, drink or smoke during exposure. <br /> • Toxic by ingestion. <br /> • Poisonous by inhalation of dust or by ingestion. Regardless of exposure route, symptoms <br /> in most cases are characteristic of severe gastritis or gastroenteritis. All chemical forms <br /> of Arsenic eventually produce similar toxic effects. Symptoms may be delayed. <br /> • Incompatible with acids, oxidizing agents, halogens. Heat and air-sensitive. <br /> • Dangerous for the environment. <br /> INDICATIONS: <br /> • Visible sludge on ground surrounding bin and/or facility. <br /> • Strong odors, stinging eyes and/or irritating skin. <br /> PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE FOR PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTAL IGNITION ARE THE FOLLOWING: <br /> 1. Evacuate any members of the public from the immediate area. This should not usually <br /> be a problem in the facility. <br /> 2. Use UL approved equipment (such as flashlights, cutting equipment, and pumping <br /> equipment). <br /> 3. Work upwind of the spilled chemical as much as possible. <br /> 4. Use diesel powered equipment and machinery. <br /> 5. Use rubber tied equipment in elevated areas when working in the immediate vicinity of <br /> the spilled chemical. <br /> 6. Work as far ahead of the chemical as possible. <br /> 7. Use non-sparking tools in areas where vapors are present. <br /> 8. No smoking. <br /> 9. Alert affected area personnel. <br /> IF QUALIFIED,THE FIRST RESPONDER SHOULD FOLLOW THIS SEQUENCE: <br /> 1. Assess situation, move upwind and note all details of release: Location, discovery time, <br /> source, quantity, ability to safely shut-off source. <br /> 2. Stop any sources of ignition within the area if safe to do so. <br /> 3. No smoking. <br /> 4. Emergency Shut Down (ESD) the source from upwind. <br />