Section 5: Firefighting Measures; Section 6: Accidental Release Measures - Barrus Shire 39 Manual

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Unsuitable extinguishing
Media
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards
Hazardous combustion
Products
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protective actions during
Firefighting
Special protective equipment
for firefighters

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
M
ethods for cleaning up
6.4. Reference to other sections
Reference to other sections
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions
Storage class
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s)
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Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Heat from fire could result in drums bursting
Protection against nuisance dust must be used when the airborne concentration exceeds 10
mg/m3. Oxides of carbon. Oxides of nitrogen. Fire may also create other unidentified organic
gases some of which may be toxic.
Control run-off water by containing and keeping it out of sewers and watercourses.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
For personal protection, see Section 8. In case of spills, beware of slippery floors and
surfaces.
Contain spillage with sand or earth. Avoid the spillage or runoff entering drains, sewers or
watercourses. The product is insoluble in water and will spread on the water surface.
Contain spillage with sand or earth. Collect spillage for reclamation or disposal in sealed
containers via a licensed waste contractor. Avoid water contacting spilled material or leaking
containers. Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be reported
immediately to the Environmental Agency or other appropriate regulatory body. In case of
spillage on water prevent the spread by use of suitable barrier equipment
For personal protection, see Section 8. See Section 11 for additional information on health
hazards. For waste disposal, see section 13.
Avoid spilling. Always remove oil with soap and water or skin cleaning agent, never use
organic solvents. Do not use oil-contaminated clothing or shoes, and do not put rags
moistened with oil into pockets.
Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Miscellaneous hazardous material storage.
The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.
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