ProMinent DULCOMETER PH-501 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual page 439

SDS00256 - SODA ASH 58% DENSE Preparation Date: 10/Jan/2018
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Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately. Do not use
mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket
mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. If breathing is difficult, (trained
personnel should) give oxygen. Delayed pulmonary edema may occur.
Eye contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Keep eye wide open while
rinsing. Do not rub affected area. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get immediate
medical advice/attention.
Skin contact
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Get
immediate medical advice/attention.
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person. Get immediate medical advice/attention.
Self-protection of the first aider
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect themselves and
prevent spread of contamination. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid direct contact with skin. Use barrier
to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wear personal protective clothing (see section 8).
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause severe eye irritation. Symptoms
include redness, swelling, itching and pain. Material is irritating to mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract.
Exposure can cause coughing, chest pains and difficulty in breathing Effects may include pain, marked redness and
swelling.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Note to physicians
Treatment based on sound judgment of physician and individual reactions of patient.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. Does not burn.
Specific hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Not flammable.
Hazardous combustion products
Carbon dioxide. Decomposition temperature: >400°C / 752 °F.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full firefighting turnout gear. Use personal protection
equipment.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Attention! Corrosive material. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal
protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Environmental precautions