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AFFF) or protein foams may function, but much less effectively. Do not use direct water stream.
May spread fire.
MEDIA TO BE AVOIDED: Do not use direct water stream.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Keep people away. Isolate fire area and deny unnecessary
entry. Burning liquids may be moved by flushing with water to protect personnel and minimize
property damage. Burning liquids may be extinguished by dilution with water. Do not use direct
water stream. May spread fire. Fight fire from protected location or safe distance. Consider use
of unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles. Use water spray to cool fire exposed containers and
fire affected zone until fire is out and danger of re-ignition has passed. Immediately withdraw all
personnel from area in case of rising sound from venting safety device or discolouration of the
container. Move container from fire area if this is possible without hazard.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTERS: Wear positive-pressure self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat,
pants, boots and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight fire from a
protected location or safe distance.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (See Section 15 for Regulatory Information)
PROTECT PEOPLE: Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to
Section 8, Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: Avoid contamination of all waterways.
CLEAN-UP: See Section 13, Disposal Consideration.
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S HANDLING AND STORAGE
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: No special handling
requirements data available.
HANDLING: See Section 8, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection.
STORAGE: See Section 10, Stability and Reactivity.
S EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne
levels below the exposure guidelines.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses. Safety glasses should be sufficient for most
operations; however, for misty operations wear chemical goggles.
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