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IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO WORKSAFE AUSTRALIA CRITERIA.
CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability:
Toxicity:
Body Contact:
Reactivity:
Chronic:
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENTS
Product Name: Rocol Safestep 100
CAS RN No(s): None
UN Number: 1263
Packing Group: III
Dangerous Goods Class: 3(3.2)
Subsidiary Risk: None
Hazchem Code: 3[Y]
Poisons Schedule Number: None
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IDENTIFICATION ...
USE
Anti-slip coating.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Coloured flammable liquid with solvent odour; does not mix with water.
Boiling Point (掳C): 138 initial.
Melting Point (掳C): Not available.
Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not available
Specific Gravity: 1.60
Flash Point (掳C): 42
Lower Explosive Limit (%): 1.1 xylene
Upper Explosive Limit (%): 7.7 xylene
Solubility in Water (g/L): Immiscible
INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
xylene 1330-20-7 10-30
antislip additive 10-30
filler 10-40
resin <10
pigment lead free <10
NOTE: Manufacturer has supplied full ingredient
information to allow CHEMWATCH assessment.
HEALTH HAZARD
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments
The liquid is highly discomforting and may be harmful if swallowed
Ingestion may result in nausea, pain, vomiting. Vomit entering the lungs by
aspiration may cause potentially lethal chemical pneumonitis.
EYE
The liquid is highly discomforting to the eyes and may be abrasive and is
capable of causing a mild, temporary redness of the conjunctiva (similar to
wind-burn), temporary impairment of vision and/or other transient eye
damage/ulceration
The material may produce severe irritation to the eye causing pronounced
inflammation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to irritants may produce
conjunctivitis.
SKIN
The liquid is discomforting to the skin and is capable of causing skin
reactions which may lead to dermatitis
Toxic effects may result from skin absorption
Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material The
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material may accentuate any pre-existing skin condition
The material may cause skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and
may produce a contact dermatitis (nonallergic). This form of dermatitis is
often characterised by skin redness (erythema) and swelling the epidermis.
Histologically there may be intercellular oedema of the spongy layer
(spongiosis) and intracellular oedema of the epidermis.
INHALED
Xylene is a central nervous system depressant. Central nervous system (CNS)
depression may include nonspecific discomfort, symptoms of giddiness, headache,
dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed reaction time, slurred speech
and may progress to unconsciousness. Serious poisonings may result in
respiratory depression and may be fatal.
The vapour is discomforting to the upper respiratory tract
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Toxic effects are increased by consumption of alcohol.
Inhalation of high concentrations of gas/vapour causes lung irritation with
coughing and nausea, central nervous depression with headache and dizziness,
slowing of reflexes, fatigue and inco-ordination.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Principal routes of exposure are by accidental skin and eye contact and by
inhalation of vapours especially at higher temperatures.
Prolonged or continuous skin contact with the liquid may cause defatting with
drying, cracking, irritation and dermatitis following.
Chronic solvent inhalation exposures may result in nervous system impairment
and liver and blood changes. [PATTYS]
FIRST AID
SWALLOWED
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
Immediately hold the eyes open and wash continuously for at least 15 minutes
with fresh running water.
Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from
eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.
Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by
skilled personnel.
SKIN
If product comes in contact with the skin:
Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear
Wash affected areas thoroughly with water (and soap if available).
Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
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HEALTH HAZARD ...
INHALED
If fumes or combustion products are inhaled: Remove to fresh air.
Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed,
where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures
If breathing is shallow or has stopped, ensure clear airway and apply
resuscitation, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask
device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
Transport to hospital, or doctor.
ADVICE TO DOCTOR
For acute or short term repeated exposures to xylene:
Gastro-intestinal absorption is significant with ingestions. For ingestions
exceeding 1-2 ml (xylene)/kg, intubation and lavage with cuffed endotracheal
tube is recommended. The use of charcoal and cathartics is equivocal.
Pulmonary absorption is rapid with about 60-65% retained at rest.
Primary threat to life from ingestion and/or inhalation, is respiratory
failure.
Patients should be quickly evaluated for signs of respiratory distress (e.g.
cyanosis, tachypnoea, intercostal retraction, obtundation) and given oxygen.
Patients with inadequate tidal volumes or poor arterial blood gases (pO2 < 50
mm Hg or pCO2 > 50 mm Hg) should be intubated.
Arrhythmias complicate some hydrocarbon ingestion and/or inhalation and
electrocardiographic evidence of myocardial injury has been reported;
intravenous lines and cardiac monitors should be established in obviously
symptomatic patients. The lungs excrete inhaled solvents, so that
hyperventilation improves clearance.
A chest x-ray should be taken immediately after stabilisation of breathing and
circulation to document aspiration and detect the presence of pneumothorax.
Epinephrine (adrenalin) is not recommended for treatment of bronchospasm
because of potential myocardial sensitisation to catecholamines. Inhaled
cardioselective bronchodilators (e.g. Alupent, Salbutamol) are the preferred
agents, with aminophylline a second choice.
BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDEX - BEI
These represent the determinants observed in specimens collected from a healthy
worker exposed at the Exposure Standard (ES or TLV):
Determinant Index Sampling Time Comments
Methylhippu-ric 1.5 gm/gm End of shift
acids in urine creatinine
2 mg/min Last 4 hrs of
shift
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
EXPOSURE STANDARDS
None assigned. Refer to individual constituents.
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REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH GUIDELINES
Established occupational exposure limits frequently do not take into
consideration reproductive end points that are clearly below the thresholds for
other toxic effects. Occupational reproductive guidelines (ORGs) have been
suggested as an additional standard. These have been established after a
literature search for reproductive no-observed-adverse effect-level (NOAEL) and
the lowest-observed-adverse-effect-level (LOAEL). In addition the US EPA's
procedures for risk assessment for hazard identification and dose-response
assessment as applied by NIOSH were used in the creation of such limits.
TLV
Ingredient ORG UF Endpoint CR Adequate
xylene 1.5 mg/m鲁 10 D NA -
These exposure guidelines have been derived from a screening level of risk
assessment and should not be construed as unequivocally safe limits. ORGS
represent an 8-hour time-weighted average unless specified otherwise.
CR = Cancer Risk/10000; UF = Uncertainty factor:
TLV believed to be adequate to protect reproductive health:
LOD: Limit of detection
Toxic endpoints have also been identified as:
D = Developmental; R = Reproductive; TC = Transplacental carcinogen
Jankovic J., Drake F.: A Screening Method for Occupational Reproductive
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 57: 641-649 (1996)
INGREDIENT DATA
XYLENE:
TLV TWA: 100 ppm A4;BEI [ACGIH]
TLV STEL: 150 ppm A4;BEI [ACGIH]
PEL TWA: 100 ppm, 435 mg/m鲁 [OSHA Z1]
TLV TWA: 100 ppm, 434 mg/m鲁; STEL: 150 ppm, 651 mg/m鲁 A4
NOTE: This substance has been classified by the ACGIH as A4 NOT classifiable as
causing Cancer in humans
ES TWA: 80 ppm, 350 mg/m鲁; STEL: 150 ppm, 655 mg/m鲁 (Under review)
OES TWA: 100 ppm, 441 mg/m鲁; STEL: 150 ppm, 662 mg/m鲁 skin
Exposure limits with "skin" notation indicate that vapour and liquid may be
absorbed through intact skin. Absorption by skin may readily exceed vapour
inhalation exposure. Symptoms for skin absorption are the same as for
inhalation. Contact with eyes and mucous membranes may also contribute to
overall exposure and may also invalidate the exposure standard.
IDLH Level: 900 ppm
Odour Threshold Value: 20 ppm (detection), 40 ppm (recognition)
NOTE: Detector tubes for o-xylene, measuring in excess of 10 ppm, are
available commercially. (m-xylene and p-xylene give almost the same
response)
Xylene vapour is an irritant to the eyes, mucous membranes and skin and
causes narcosis at high concentrations. Exposure to doses sufficiently high
to produce intoxication and unconsciousness also produces transient liver
and kidney toxicity. Neurologic impairment is NOT evident amongst
volunteers inhaling up to 400 ppm though complaints of ocular and upper
respiratory tract irritation occur at 200 ppm for 3 to 5 minutes.
Exposure to xylene at or below the recommended TLV-TWA and STEL is thought
to minimise the risk of irritant effects and to produce neither significant
narcosis or chronic injury. An earlier skin notation was deleted because
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percutaneous absorption is gradual and protracted and does not
substantially contribute to the dose received by inhalation.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use in a well-ventilated area
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. Local exhaust
ventilation may be required in specific circumstances. If risk of overexposure
exists, wear approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate
protection. Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Air contaminants generated in the workplace possess varying "escape" velocities
which, in turn, determine the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air
required to effectively remove the contaminant.
Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
solvent, vapours, degreasing etc., 0.25-0.5 m/s (50-100 f/min)
evaporating from tank (in still air).
aerosols, fumes from pouring 0.5-1 m/s (100-200 f/min.)
operations, intermittent container
filling, low speed conveyer transfers,
welding, spray drift, plating acid
fumes, pickling (released at low
velocity into zone of active
generation)
direct spray, spray painting in 1-2.5 m/s (200-500 f/min.)
shallow booths, drum filling, conveyer
loading, crusher dusts, gas discharge
(active generation into zone of rapid
air motion)
grinding, abrasive blasting, tumbling, 2.5-10 m/s (500-2000 f/min.)
high speed wheel generated dusts
(released at high initial velocity
into zone of very high rapid air
motion).
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or 1: Disturbing room air currents
favourable to capture
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
nuisance value only.
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in 4: Small hood-local control only
motion
Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the
opening of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the
square of distance from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the
air speed at the extraction point should be adjusted, accordingly, after
reference to distance from the contaminating source. The air velocity at the
extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2 m/s (200-400 f/min) for
extraction of solvents generated in a tank 2 meters distant from the extraction
point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within
the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are
multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or
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used.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
Safety glasses with side shields; or as required, Chemical goggles. Contact
lenses pose a special hazard; soft lenses may absorb irritants and all lenses
concentrate them.
HANDS/FEET
Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
Wear safety footwear.
OTHER
Overalls.
Barrier cream
Eyewash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Respiratory protection may be required when ANY "Worst Case" vapour-phase
concentration is exceeded (see Computer Prediction in "Exposure Standards").
Protection Factor Half-Face Respirator Full-Face Respirator
10 x ES A-AUS -
A-PAPR-AUS
50 x ES Air-line* -
100 x ES - A-3
100+ x ES - Air-line**
* - Continuous-flow; ** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure demand
^ - Full-face
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine
the type of personal protective equipment required. For further information
consult site specific CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your Occupational
Health and Safety Advisor.
SAFE HANDLING
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
SUITABLE CONTAINER
Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid storage with oxidisers
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STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Store in original containers in approved flammable liquid storage area.
DO NOT store in pits, depressions, basements or areas where vapours may be
trapped.
No smoking, naked lights, heat or ignition sources.
Keep containers securely sealed.
Store away from incompatible materials in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
TRANSPORTATION
Class 3 - Flammable liquids shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed
in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with:
Class 1 - Explosives;
Class 2.1 - Flammable gases (where both flammable liquids and flammable gases
are in bulk);
Class 2.3 - Poisonous gases;
Class 4.2 - Spontaneously combustible substances;
Class 5.1 - Oxidising agents;
Class 5.2 - Organic peroxides;
Class 7 - Radioactive substances.
SPILLS AND DISPOSAL
MINOR SPILLS
Remove all ignition sources.
Clean up all spills immediately.
Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
Contain and absorb small quantities with vermiculite or other absorbent
material.
Wipe up.
Collect residues in a flammable waste container.
MAJOR SPILLS
Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
May be violently or explosively reactive.
Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
Increase ventilation.
Stop leak if safe to do so.
Water spray or fog may be used to disperse / absorb vapour.
Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
Use only spark-free shovels and explosion proof equipment.
Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.
Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.
If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
DISPOSAL
Consult manufacturer for recycling options and recycle where possible .
Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
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Incinerate residue at an approved site.
Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
FIRE FIGHTERS' REPORT
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Foam.
Dry chemical powder.
BCF (where regulations permit).
Carbon dioxide.
Water spray or fog - Large fires only.
FIRE FIGHTING
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
May be violently or explosively reactive.
Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
If safe, switch off electrical equipment until vapour fire hazard removed.
Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.
DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
When any large container (including road and rail tankers) is involved in a fire,
consider evacuation by 500 metres in all directions.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Liquid and vapour are flammable.
Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
Vapour forms an explosive mixture with air.
Moderate explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition.
Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of
containers.
On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
Other combustion products include carbon dioxide (CO2)
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid contamination with strong oxidising agents as ignition may result
HAZCHEM
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CONTACT POINT
COMPANY CONTACT
(+61 2) 9757 8800
AUSTRALIAN POISONS INFORMATION CENTRE
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CONTACT POINT ...
24 HOUR SERVICE: 13 11 26
POLICE, FIRE BRIGADE OR AMBULANCE: 000
NEW ZEALAND POISONS INFORMATION CENTRE
24 HOUR SERVICE: (03) 4747 000
NZ EMERGENCY SERVICES: 111
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