GLASS WOOL
ICSC: 0157 |
ICSC # 0157 | EC # 650-016-00-2 September 10, 1997 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible. | In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed. | |
EXPLOSION | |||
EXPOSURE | PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | ||
INHALATION | Sore throat. Hoarseness. Cough. Laboured breathing. | Local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Itching. | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. Itching. | Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. (Extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles). | Note: A, Q, R Xn symbol R: 38-40 S: 2-36/37 | |||
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GLASS WOOL | ICSC: 0157 |
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Glass wool is an amorphous silicate manufactured from glass. May contain a binder and an oil for dust suppression. Do NOT take working clothes home. JM (John Manville) 100, JM102, JM104, and JM110 are trade names. |
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