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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

- Inhalation : Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self contained breathing apparatus. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Apply artificial respiration if breathing stopped.

- Skin contact : In case of frostbite spray with water for at least 15 minutes. Apply a sterile dressing. Obtain medical assistance.

- Eye contact : Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.

- Ingestion : Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

- Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray or fog.

- Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use water jet to extinguish.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards : Exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode.

Hazardous combustion products : If involved in a fire the following toxic and/or corrosive fumes may be produced by thermal decomposition: Carbon monoxide. Hydrogen fluoride. Carbonyl fluoride.

Advice for firefighters

Specific methods : Use fire control measures appropriate for the surrounding fire. Exposure to fire and heat radiation may cause gas receptacles to rupture. Cool endangered receptacles with water spray jet from a protected position. Prevent water used in emergency cases from entering sewers and drainage systems.

If possible, stop flow of product.

Use water spray or fog to knock down fire fumes if possible.

Move containers away from the fire area if this can be done without risk.

Special protective equipment for fire fighters : Use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Standard protective clothing and equipment (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) for fire fighters.

Standard EN 137 - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with full face mask.

Standard EN 469 - Protective clothing for firefighters. Standard - EN 659: Protective gloves for firefighters.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures :

Try to stop release.

Evacuate area.

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is proved to

be safe.

Ensure adequate air ventilation.

Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous.

Act in accordance with local emergency plan.

Stay upwind.

Environmental precautions :

Try to stop release.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up :

Ventilate area.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling :

Safe use of the product : The substance must be handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.

Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle gases under pressure.

Consider pressure relief device(s) in gas installations.

Ensure the complete gas system was (or is regularily) checked for leaks before use.

Do not smoke while handling product.

Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure and temperature. Contact your gas supplier if in doubt.

Do not breathe gas.

Avoid release of product into atmosphere.

Safe handling of the gas receptacle : Refer to supplier's container handling instructions.

Do not allow backfeed into the container.

Protect cylinders from physical damage; do not drag, roll, slide or drop.

When moving cylinders, even for short distances, use a cart (trolley, hand truck, etc.) designed to transport cylinders.

Leave valve protection caps in place until the container has been secured against either a wall or bench or placed in a container stand and is ready for use.

If user experiences any difficulty operating cylinder valve discontinue use and contact supplier.

Never attempt to repair or modify container valves or safety relief devices.

Damaged valves should be reported immediately to the supplier.

Keep container valve outlets clean and free from contaminants particularly oil and water.

Replace valve outlet caps or plugs and container caps where supplied as soon as container is disconnected from equipment.

Close container valve after each use and when empty, even if still connected to equipment.

Never attempt to transfer gases from one cylinder/container to another.

Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to raise the pressure of a container.

Do not remove or deface labels provided by the supplier for the identification of the cylinder contents.

Suck back of water into the container must be prevented.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities :

Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers.

Containers should not be stored in conditions likely to encourage corrosion.

Container valve guards or caps should be in place.

Containers should be stored in the vertical position and properly secured to prevent them from falling over.

Stored containers should be periodically checked for general condition and leakage.

Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place.

Store containers in location free from fire risk and away from sources of heat and ignition.

Keep away from combustible materials.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
1976
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.

Systems under pressure should be regularily checked for leakages.

Ensure exposure is below occupational exposure limits (where available).

Oxygen detectors should be used when asphyxiating gases may be released.

Consider work permit system e.g. for maintenance activities.

• Eye/face protection :

Wear safety glasses with side shields.

Wear goggles when transfilling or breaking transfer connections.

Standard EN 166 - Personal eye-protection.

• Skin protection :

- Hand protection : Wear working gloves when handling gas containers. Standard EN 388 - Protective gloves against mechanical risk.

- Other : Wear safety shoes while handling containers. Standard EN ISO 20345 - Personal protective equipment - Safety footwear.

• Respiratory protection :

Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or positive pressure airline with mask are to be used in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.

Standard EN 137 - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with full face mask.

Stability and reactivity

No reactivity hazard, under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

Disposal considerations

Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers. Containers should not be stored in conditions likely to encourage corrosion. Container valve guards or caps should be in place. Containers should be stored in the vertical position and properly secured to prevent them from falling over. Stored containers should be periodically checked for general condition and leakage. Keep container below 50°C in a well ventilated place. Store containers in location free from fire risk and away from sources of heat and ignition. Keep away from combustible materials.