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' No 316 BEN7EYE 4188
<br /> SECTION fi HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
<br /> Benzene is listea as a suspected human carcinogen by the ACGIH
<br /> Sumtnary of Risks- Prolonged skin contact with benzene or excessive mhalation of its vapor may cause headache,weakness,loss of
<br /> ' appetite,and lassuuae Continued exposure can cause collapse,bronchitis,and pneumonia The most important health hazards are tat=ter
<br /> (leukemia),bone marrow effects,and injuries to the blood-forming tissue from chronic low-level exposure
<br /> Medical Conditions Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure: Ailments of the heart.lungs,liver,kidneys,blood,and central
<br /> nervous system iCNS)may be worsened by exposure Administer pmplacement and periodic medical exams emphasizing these organs'
<br /> functions and reassign workers who test positive Target Organs: Blood.CNS,bone marrow,eyes,and upper respiratory tract
<br /> (URT) Prlmary Entrv- Skin contact,inhalation Acute Effects- Dizziness, mental dullness,nausea headache,fatigue,and
<br /> giddiness Chronic Effects: Possible cancer(leukaaua)
<br /> FIRST AID
<br /> ' Eyes: Immediately flush eyes,including under the eyelids, gently but thoroughly with plenty of running water for at least 15 mmums
<br /> Skin: ittimediateiv wash the affected ares with soap and water
<br /> Inhalation: Remove the exposed pemn to fresh air,restore and/or support his or her breathing as needed
<br /> Ingestion: Never give myriimg by mouth to someone who s unconscious or convulsing Do got induce vomiting because of the
<br /> ' possibility of aspiration
<br /> GET MEDICAL HELP (IN PLANT,PARAMEDIC, COMMUNITY) FOR ALL EXPOSURES. Seek prompt
<br /> medical assistance for further treatment, observation,and support after first aid.
<br /> ' SECTION 7. SPILL. LEAK. AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
<br /> Spill/Leak. Notify safety personnel,provide ventilation,and eliminate all sources of ignition immediately Cleanup personnel need
<br /> Protection against contact with and inhalation of vapor(see sect.8) Contain large spills and collect waste or absorb it with an meat material
<br /> ' such as sand,earth,or vermiculite Use nonsparking tools to place waste liquid or absorbent into closable containers for disposal Keep
<br /> waste out of sewers,watersheds,and waterways
<br /> Waste Disposal Contact your supplier or a licensed contactor for detailed recommendations for disposal Follow Federal,state,and
<br /> local regulations
<br /> ' OSHA Designations
<br /> Air Contaminant(29 CFR I910 1000 Subpart Z)
<br /> EPA Designations (40 CFA 302.4)
<br /> RCRA Hazardous Waste,No U019
<br /> ' CERCLA Hazardous Substance,Reportable Quaatrty 1040 lbs(454 kg)
<br /> SECTION 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
<br /> Goggles: Always wear protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles Where splashing is possible,wear a full face shield Follow the
<br /> eye-and face-protection guidelines in 29 CFR I910 133 Respirator: Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator per the NIOSH Pocket Guide
<br /> to Chesswai Hazards for the ma:umum-use concentrations and/or the exposure linuts cited in section 2. Follow the respirator guidelines in
<br /> 29 CFR 1910134 For emergency or nonroutine use(e g.,cleaning reactor vessels or storage tanks),wear an SCBA with a full faceprece
<br /> Operated to the pressuredemand or positive-pressure mode Warning:Air-purifying respirators will nor protect workers in oxygen-
<br /> deficient atmospheres Other:Wear impemous gloves,boon,aprons,gauntlets.etc,to prevent any possibility of skin contact with this
<br /> suspected human carcinogen Vegtitatkon: install and operas general and local ventilation systems powerful enough to maintain
<br /> airborne levels of benzene below the OSHA PEL standard cited in[rection 2.
<br /> ' Safety Stations: Make eyewash stations.washing facilities,and safety showers available muse and handling areas. Contaminated
<br /> Equipment- Contact leases pose a spacial hazard,soft lenses may absorb irritants and all leases concentrate them. Do nor wear contact
<br /> lenses in any work area.Remove contaminated clothing and launder it before wearing it again,clean flus material from shoes and
<br /> equipment. Comments: Practice good personal hygiene,always wash thoroughly after using this matazaL Keep it off of your clothing
<br /> ' and equipment. Avoid transferring it from your hands to your mouth whsle eating.dnnlnng,or smoking Do nor eat,drink,or lmoke tit
<br /> any work area. Do not inhale benzene vapor!
<br /> E TION 9 SPE IAL R UTI NS AND COMMENTS
<br /> St oragetSegregation: Stare benzene m a cool,dry,well-ventilated area away from sources of W=on and incompatible chemicals,
<br /> ' Special Handling/Storage: Protect containers from physical damage Electrically ground and bond all metal containers used m
<br /> shipping or transferring operations Follow all parts of 29 CFA 1910 1028
<br /> ' Engineering Controls: All engmeexing systems(production,transportation,etc.)must be of maximum explosion-proof design(non-
<br /> spariang,electrically grounded and bonded,etc.)
<br /> Comments- If possible,substitute lest roxie solvents for benzene;use this material with extreme caution and only if it is absolutely
<br /> essential
<br /> ' Transportation Data(49 CFR 172.101-2)
<br /> DOT Shipping Name: Benzene DOT Label: Flammable Liquid IMO Lahrl: Flammable Liquid
<br /> DO f Class. Fiammahle liquid DOT ID No. UN1114 IMO Class: 31
<br /> ' References: 1,2, I2,73,84-94, 100. 103
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