GE GL317D Instruction Manual page 241

Transportation of SF
02- 2017
Equipment end of life
Management of SF
gas
6
D Transportation of SF6 gas is considered as a transportion of dangerous
materials. It must be carried out in accordance with the regulations in force,
especially the ADR Regulations in Europe (European Agreement concerning
the International Road Transport of dangerous materials).
D For each transport, each container must be labelled, the label must be vis-
ible and be combined with a Health & Safety / Transportation label and a
Transportation slip for dangerous materials must be drawn up.
D In the event of a transportation of SF6 gas containing toxic products
(waste), the document for dangerous materials must include the ADR 2.2 T
C classification with a Safety Plan. The combined label will be the following :
C - CORROSIVE
(Contains used Sulphur Hexafluoride SF6)
R 26/27/28
S 7/9 Keep container tightly closed in a well- ventilated place.
S 20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 38 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S 45 In the event of an accident, contact a doctor immediately (if possible
show the doctor this label).
S 61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special Instructions / Safety
Data Sheet.
S 63 If inhaled, move the victim out of the contaminated area and keep them
still.
S 51 - Use only in well ventilated areas.
D Loading and unloading operations are carried out by trained and qualified
personnel in accordance with the instructions in force.
GE Information
gas
6
USED SF6 SULPHUR
HEXAFLUORIDE
Liquid
GAS,
toxic,
corrosive,
n.s.a.
VERY TOXIC BY INHALATION, IN CONTACT
WITH SKIN AND IF SWALLOWED.
T+ - VERY TOXIC
L80- 001EN/04
5/6