BITUCRETE, COLPATCH
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Data Sheet No. 3 Revision: 01.08.04 Replaces: 10.03.00
This data sheet has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the CHIP
Regulations and ACOP.
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RECOMMENDED USES
Instant repair of bituminous pavements e.g. potholes.
KNOWN MISUSES/ABUSES
Not known.
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1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT: BITUCRETE, COLPATCH.
COMPANY: COLAS LIMITED
ADDRESS: WALLAGE LANE, ROWFANT, CRAWLEY, WEST SUSSEX,
RH10 4NF
TELEPHONE: 01342 711000
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 01342 718346
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2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Aggregate coated with bitumen containing solvent.
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3 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
May cause irritation to skin.
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Data Sheet No: 3 Revision: 01.08.04 Replaces: 10.03.00
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4 FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION:
Remove affected person to fresh air, obtain medical attention if symptoms persist.
SKIN:
If irritation develops seek medical attention.
EYES:
Irrigate thoroughly with cold water and seek medical advice.
INGESTION:
Not likely. Seek medical attention for symptoms apparently due to ingestion of Bitucrete or
Colpatch.
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5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguisher fires using foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, sand, earth or water fog. DO
NOT USE WATER JETS.
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6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Contain and dispose as a controlled waste.
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7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
Supplied in bulk or 25kg sealed bags. Adopt safe lifting procedures when handling bags
manually.
STORAGE:
Avoid storage at below 0掳c.
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8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION EXPOSURE LIMIT VALUES
There are no relevant occupational exposure limits in EH40.
RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:
Wear gloves and safety shoes/boots. Use of barrier cream before work will assist
subsequent cleansing.
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Data Sheet No: 3 Revision: 01.08.04 Replaces: 10.03.00
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9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Graded, bitumen coated aggregate.
Appearance: Black or red/brown
Odour: Very slight kerosine-type odour.
Acidity/Alkalinity: Neutral.
Boiling Point/Boiling Range: Not applicable.
Melting Point/Melting Range: Not applicable.
Flashpoint: Not flammable.
Flammability: Not flammable.
Autoflammability: Not applicable.
Flammability Limits - upper: Not applicable.
- lower: Not applicable.
Explosive Properties: Not applicable.
Oxidising Properties: Not applicable.
Vapour Pressure at 40掳C: Nil.
Density at 15掳C: 2.35 g/cc.
Solubility
- Water Solubility: Non-soluble.
- Fat Solubility/Solvent: Soluble in common solvents
Partition Coefficient,
n-octanol water: Not applicable.
Viscosity at 15掳C: Solid.
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10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Temperatures below 0掳C.
MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Solvents
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Does not decompose.
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11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS AND ADVICE:
Exposure to Bitucrete and Colpatch is not hazardous but skin contact should be avoided.
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12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Bitucrete and Colpatch do not present any special hazards.
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13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose as a controlled waste in accordance to local bye-laws.
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14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for conveyance.
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15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Not classified as a hazardous substance for supply.
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16 OTHER INFORMATION
The references set out below give further information on specific aspects.
LEGISLATION:
Chemicals (Hazards, Information and Packaging) Regulations.
Carriage of Dangerous Goods (Classification Packaging and Labelling) Regulations
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Regulations
European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
(ADR)
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
Environmental Protection Act
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
GUIDANCE NOTES:
EH26 Occupational Skin Disease: Health and Safety Precautions
EH40 Occupational Exposure Limits
BRITISH STANDARDS:
BS 434 - Specification for Bitumen Road Emulsion
BS 3690 - Bitumen for Building and Civil Engineering
BS 4987 - Coated Macadams for Roads and other Paved Areas
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