| Types
of hazard / Exposure |
Acute
hazards / Symptoms |
Prevention |
First
aid / Fire fighting |
| Fire
|
Extremely flammable.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in
a Fire. |
NO open flames, NO sparks,
and NO smoking. |
Shut off supply; if
not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the
Fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish
with dry powder, carbon dioxide. |
| Explosion
|
Gas/air mixtures are
explosive. |
Closed system, ventilation,
Explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. |
In case of Fire: keep
cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat Fire
from a sheltered position. |
 |
| Exposure |
|
Strict hygiene! |
|
| Inhalation
|
Cough. Laboured breathing.
Sore throat. |
Ventilation, local exhaust,
or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright
position. Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention. |
| Skin
|
ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID:
FROSTBITE. |
Cold-insulating gloves.
Protective clothing. |
ON FROSTBITE: rinse
with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer
for medical attention. |
| Eyes
|
Redness. Pain. Blurred
vision. |
Safety goggles, or eye
protection in combination with breathing protection. |
First rinse with plenty
of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses
if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
| Ingestion
|
|
Do not eat, drink, or
smoke during work. |
|
