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2006-06 Hydrochloric Acid HYD2200 <br /> 3.Intravenous lines should be established immediately in all cases where there is evidence of circulatory compromise. <br /> 4.Strong acids produce a coagulation necrosis characterized by formation of a coagulum(eschar)as a result of the <br /> desiccating action of the acid on proteins in specific tissues. <br /> INGESTION: <br /> 1.Immediate dilution(milk or water)within 30 minutes post-ingestion is recommended. <br /> 2.Do not attempt to neutralize the acid since exothermic reaction may extend the corrosive injury. <br /> 3.13e careful to avoid further vomiting since re-exposure of the mucosa to the acid is harmful.Limit fluids to one or <br /> two glasses in an adult. <br /> 4.Charcoal has no place in acid management. <br /> 5.Some authors suggest the use of lavage within 1 hour of ingestion. <br /> SKIN: <br /> 1.Skin lesions require copious saline irrigation.Treat chemical burns as thermal burns with non-adherent gauze and <br /> wrapping. <br /> 2.Deep second-degree burns may benefit from topical silver sulfadiazine. <br /> EYE: <br /> 1.Eye injuries require retraction of the eyelids to ensure thorough irrigation of the conjunctival cul-de-sacs.Irrigation <br /> should last at least 20-30 minutes.Do not use neutralizing agents or any other additives. Several liters of saline are <br /> required. <br /> 2.Cycloplegic drops(I%cyclopentolate for short-term use or 5%homatropine for longer term use),antibiotic drops, <br /> vasoconstrictive agents,or artificial tears may be indicated dependent on the severity of the injury. <br /> 3.Steroid eye drops should only be administered with the approval of a consulting ophthalmologist. <br /> Section 5 - Fire-Fighting Measures <br /> Flash Point:Nonflammable <br /> Autoignition Temperature:Not applicable <br /> LEL:Not applicable J rj r <br /> UEL:Not applicableiJ <br /> Extinguishing Media: Water spray or fog;foam; <br /> Bromochlorodifluoromethane(BCF)(where regulations permit);Dry agent;Carbon <br /> dioxide. <br /> General Fire Hazards/Hazardous Combustion Products:Noncombustible liquid.Will <br /> not burn,but heat produces highly toxic fumes/vapors. <br /> Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of containers. <br /> Decomposes on heating and produces toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride.Decomposition Fire Diamond <br /> may produce toxic fumes of chlorine. <br /> Reacts with metals producing flammable/explosive hydrogen gas. Contact with moisture or water may generate <br /> heat causing ignition.Reacts vigorously with alkalis.Moderate fire hazard when in contact with reducing agents. <br /> Fire Incompatibility:Reacts with metals producing flammable/explosive hydrogen gas. <br /> Avoid reactions with metals,metal oxides,hydroxides,amines,carbonates,alkaline materials,acetic anhydride, <br /> cyanides,sulphides,sulphites,phosphides,acetylides,borides,carbides,silicides,vinyl acetate,formaldehyde and <br /> potassium permanganate,unsaturated organics,metal acetylides,sulphuric acid. <br /> Note: Compatibility with plastics should be confirmed prior to use. <br /> Fire-Fighting Instructions: Contact fire department and tell them location and nature of hazard. <br /> Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus.Prevent,by any means available,spillage from entering <br /> drains or waterways. Consider evacuation. Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray from a protected location. <br /> If safe to do so,remove containers from path of fire.Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use. <br /> Water spray or fog may be used to disperse vapor.Do not approach cylinders suspected to be hot.If safe to do so, <br /> stop flow of gas. <br /> Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures <br /> Small Spills:DO NOT touch the spill material.Clean up all spills immediately.Wear fully protective <br /> PVC clothing and breathing apparatus. Contain and absorb spill with sand,earth,inert material or <br /> vermiculite.Use soda ash or slaked lime to neutralize. Collect residues and place in labeled plastic r J r <br /> containers with vented lids.Clear area of personnel and move upwind.Avoid breathing vapors and �. <br /> contact with skin and eyes.Do not exert excessive pressure on valve;do not attempt to operate <br /> damaged valve.Water spray or fog may be used to disperse vapor. <br /> Large Spills: Contact fire department and tell them location and nature of hazard. Clear area of personnel and move <br /> upwind.Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus.Prevent,by any means available,spillage from <br /> entering drains or waterways.Consider evacuation. Stop leak if safe to do so.Remove leaking cylinders to a safe <br /> place if possible.Release pressure under safe,controlled conditions by opening the valve.Do not exert excessive <br /> pressure on valve;do not attempt to operate damaged valve. Shut off all possible sources of ignition and increase <br /> ventilation.Water spray or fog may be used to disperse vapor.Use soda ash or slaked lime to neutralize. <br /> Collect and seal in labeled drums for disposal.Wash spill area with large quantities of water.If contamination of <br /> Copyright©2006 Genium Group,Inc.Any commercial use or reproduction without the publisher's permission is prohibited. Page 3 of 6 <br />