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0 0 Page 3 of 3 <br /> Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled:Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment <br /> specified in section VIII.Isolate spill area and provide ventilation.Keep unprotected persons away.Shovel spilled product <br /> and place in a closed container for further handling and disposal.Do not flush to sewer,stream,or other bodies of water. <br /> Keep away from ignition sources. <br /> Waste Disposal Method:Material in the elemental state should be recovered for reuse or recycling.Observe all federal,state <br /> &local regulations. <br /> VIII.SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION <br /> Respiratory Protection:Avoid breathing dust.Wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved dust respirator. <br /> Ventilation:Provide adequate ventilation.Handle only in protective argon or helium atmosphere or under oil. <br /> Protective Gloves:Leather-palmed,heat resistant gloves. <br /> Eye Protection:Chemical splash goggles and a full face shield.An eye wash facility should be readily available. <br /> Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:The use of fire resistant outer clothing is advisable. <br /> IX.SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS <br /> Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:Barium metal should be stored in tightly-closed containers under argon <br /> or helium atmosphere or a paraffin oil blanket.When handling,wear non-sparking shoes and flame resistant clothing.Avoid <br /> friction,heat,sparks,and flame.Use only non-sparking tools and utensils.Ground all equipment,vessels,tables,and other <br /> metallic objects that may come into contact with the product.Do not store together with acids,halogens and oxidizing agents. <br /> Store away from water/moisture. <br /> Other Precautions:Can autoignite in air.Extremely sensitive to shock,heat,friction and static electricity.Rubber gloves, <br /> rubber protective clothing and apron,goggles and gas filter mask should be worn when working in a barium storage area. <br /> Empty Container Precautions:This container is hazardous when empty.Do not use heat,sparks,open flame,torches,or <br /> cigarettes on or near empty container.Empty containers can retain product residues.Do not reuse empty container for food, <br /> clothing,or other products for human or animal consumption or where skin contact may occur. <br /> Work Practices:Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure at low <br /> levels.Do not use tobacco or food in work area.Wash thoroughly after handling,especially before eating,drinking,smoking, <br /> or using restroom facilities.Contaminated clothing and shoes should be thoroughly cleaned before reuse.Do not blow dust <br /> off clothing or skin with compressed air.Maintain eyewash capable of sustained flushing,safety drench shower and facilities <br /> for washing. <br /> DOT Regulations: <br /> Hazard Class: 4.3 <br /> Identification Number: UN 1400 <br /> Packing Group: II <br /> Proper Shipping Name: Barium <br /> Label: Dangerous when wet <br /> The above information is believed to be correct,but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. <br /> ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. <br /> Issued by: S.Dierks <br /> Dated: March 2006 <br /> http://www.espi-metals.com/msds's/barium.htm 6/21/2010 <br />