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Propane <br />Section 6. Accidental release measures <br />For emergency responders : If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in <br />Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in For non- <br />emergency personnel". <br />Environmental precautions : Ensure emergency procedures to deal with accidental gas releases are in place to avoid <br />contamination of the environment. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and <br />contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the <br />product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). <br />Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up <br />Small spill : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof <br />tools and explosion-proof equipment. <br />Large spill : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof <br />tools and explosion-proof equipment. Note: see Section 1 for emergency contact <br />information and Section 13 for waste disposal. <br />Section 7. Handling and storage <br />Precautions for safe handling <br />: Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Contains gas under <br />pressure. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Avoid breathing gas. Use only with <br />adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do <br />not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Do not <br />puncture or incinerate container. Use equipment rated for cylinder pressure. Close <br />valve after each use and when empty. Protect cylinders from physical damage; do not <br />drag, roll, slide, or drop. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement. <br />Use only non-sparking tools. Empty containers retain product residue and can be <br />hazardous. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition <br />source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) <br />equipment. <br />: Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is <br />handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, <br />drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before <br />entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene <br />measures. <br />: Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. <br />Store away from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from <br />incompatible materials (see Section 10). Eliminate all ignition sources. Cylinders <br />should be stored upright, with valve protection cap in place, and firmly secured to <br />prevent falling or being knocked over. Cylinder temperatures should not exceed 52 °C <br />(125 °F). Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. See Section 10 <br />for incompatible materials before handling or use. <br />Protective measures <br />Advice on general <br />occupational hygiene <br />Conditions for safe storage, <br />including any <br />incompatibilities <br />Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection <br />Control parameters <br />Occupational exposure limits <br />Ingredient name Exposure limits <br />Propane NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2016). <br />TWA: 1800 mg/m3 10 hours. <br />TWA: 1000 ppm 10 hours. <br />OSHA PEL (United States, 5/2018). <br />TWA: 1800 mg/m3 8 hours. <br />TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours. <br />OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989). <br />TWA: 1800 mg/m3 8 hours. <br />TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours. <br />ACGIH TLV (United States, 3/2019). Oxygen <br />Depletion [Asphyxiant]. Explosive potential. <br />Date of issue/Date of revision 10/5/2020 Date of previous issue • 5/6/2018 Version :1.01 4/12