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UMZ3 14 10:01a p.2 2014-10.21 02:24 209999525/ P 213 RECEIVED SubJect, Carbon Dioxide (cot)safety lrft Matto OCT 2 3 2014 CARBON DIOXIDE GAS (CO2) ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT CO2 is the gas inside the big tank neoto the freezer. It has hoses attached to to soda syrup boxes and has hoses that go:int the ceiling for beer taps and soda machine. A leak of CO2 could potentially happen from a leak in the tank or leaks in any of the lines from the tank. 1 CO2 is a colorless, odorless gas with a slight acidic taste. Avoid breathing vapors and evacuate downwind area if material is leaking. If the leak is in the walk-in refrigerator, do not go inside. Hazards and precautions: Inhalation: Acute inhalations at concentration of 2 10% may cause acidic taste, dyspnea, headache, vertigo, nausea, labored b athing, weakness, drowsiness, mental confusion, and increased blood press re, pulse and respiration rate. Exposure to 10% for a few minutes can cause visual dis urbances, tinnitus, tremors, profuse sweating, restlessness and discomfort. Asphxia can occur. Exposure to concentrations of 2-0- 30% 530% may cause coma and convulsion within 1 minute. Concentrations of 50% may cause symptoms of hypocalcamia ind ing corpopedal spasms. High vapor concentrations may cause stinging sensation in the eyes. First aid for inhalation: Remove person to fresh air immedisty. Seek medical attention If symtoms are severe or worsen. if breathing stops give art rcial respiration. Maintain airway and blood pressure until medical personei arrive. Keep person warm. A qualified person can administer 02 if available. Liquid contact: Liquid contact to the skin may cause frostbite with redness, tingling, pain or numbness. Skin may become hard and white andidevelop blisters. If ingested, liquid may cause frostbite of lips, mouth and mucous membranes. First aid for liquid contact: I S