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HE:S]S <br /> MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET <br /> Diesel Fuel (All Types) MSDS No. ssos <br /> INHALATION <br /> Excessive exposure may cause irritations to the nose, throat, lungs and respiratory tract. Central nervous <br /> system (brain) effects may include headache, dizziness, loss of balance and coordination, <br /> unconsciousness, coma, respiratory failure, and death. <br /> WARNING: the burning of any hydrocarbon as a fuel in an area without adequate ventilation may result <br /> in hazardous levels of combustion products, including carbon monoxide, and inadequate oxygen levels, <br /> which may cause unconsciousness, suffocation, and death. <br /> CHRONIC EFFECTS and CARCINOGENICITY <br /> Similar products produced skin cancer and systemic toxicity in laboratory animals following repeated <br /> applications. The significance of these results to human exposures has not been determined - see <br /> Section 11 Toxicological Information. <br /> IARC classifies whole diesel fuel exhaust particulates as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A). <br /> NIOSH regards whole diesel fuel exhaust particulates as a potential cause of occupational lung cancer <br /> based on animal studies and limited evidence in humans. <br /> MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE <br /> Irritation from skin exposure may aggravate existing open wounds, skin disorders, and dermatitis (rash). <br /> 4. FIRST AID MEASURES <br /> EYES <br /> In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush with clean, low-pressure water for at least 15 min. Hold <br /> eyelids open to ensure adequate flushing. Seek medical attention. <br /> SKIN <br /> Remove contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated areas thoroughly with soap and water or waterless <br /> hand cleanser. Obtain medical attention if irritation or redness develops. <br /> INGESTION <br /> DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Do not give liquids. Obtain immediate medical attention. If spontaneous <br /> vomiting occurs, lean victim forward to reduce the risk of aspiration. Monitor for breathing difficulties. <br /> Small amounts of material which enter the mouth should be rinsed out until the taste is dissipated. <br /> INHALATION <br /> Remove person to fresh air. If person is not breathing provide artificial respiration. If necessary, provide <br /> additional oxygen once breathing is restored if trained to do so. Seek medical attention immediately. <br /> 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES <br /> FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: <br /> FLASH POINT: > 125 OF (> 52 °C) minimum PMCC <br /> AUTOIGNITION POINT: 494°F (257°C) <br /> OSHA/NFPA FLAMMABILITY CLASS: 2 (COMBUSTIBLE) <br /> LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 0.6 <br /> UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT (%): 7.5 <br /> FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS <br /> Vapors may be ignited rapidly when exposed to heat, spark, open flame or other source of ignition. <br /> When mixed with air and exposed to an ignition source, flammable vapors can burn in the open or <br /> explode in confined spaces. Being heavier than air, vapors may travel long distances to an ignition source <br /> and flash back. Runoff to sewer may cause fire or explosion hazard. <br /> EXTINGUISHING MEDIA <br /> SMALL FIRES: Any extinguisher suitable for Class B fires, dry chemical, CO2, water spray, fire fighting <br /> foam, or Halon. <br /> Revision Date: 10/18/2006 Page 2 of 7 <br />