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5.3. Special protective actions for fire-fighters
When fire fighting conditions are severe and total thermal decomposition of the product is possible, wear full protective
clothing, including helmet, self-contained, positive pressure or pressure demand breathing apparatus, bunker coat and pants,
bands around arms, waist and legs, face mask, and protective covering for exposed areas of the head.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Observe precautions from other sections.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Not applicable.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Do not breathe thermal decomposition products. For industrial or professional use only. Avoid breathing of dust created by
sanding, grinding or machining. Damaged product can break apart during use and cause serious injury to face or eyes. Check
product for damage such as cracks or nicks prior to use. Replace if damaged. Always wear eye and face protection when
working at sanding or grinding operations or when near such operations. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Combustible dust may form by action of this product on
another material (substrate). Dust generated from the substrate during use of this product may be explosive if in sufficient
concentration with an ignition source. Dust deposits should not be allowed to accumulate on surfaces because of the potential
for secondary explosions.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage including any incompatibilities
No special storage requirements.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
Ingredient C.A.S. No. Agency Limit type Additional Comments
Filler 1317-65-3 US Dept of
Labor - OSHA
TWA(as total dust):15
mg/m3;TWA(respirable
fraction):5 mg/m3
Aluminum, insoluble compounds 1344-28-1 Amer Conf of
Gov. Indust.
Hyg.
TWA(respirable fraction):1
mg/m3
Ceramic Aluminum Oxide /
Aluminum Oxide Mineral Blend
(non-fibrous)
1344-28-1 Chemical
Manufacturer
Rec Guid
TWA:1 fiber/cc
Ceramic Aluminum Oxide /
Aluminum Oxide Mineral Blend
(non-fibrous)
1344-28-1 US Dept of
Labor - OSHA
TWA(as total dust):15
mg/m3;TWA(respirable
fraction):5 mg/m3
Titanium DIoxide 13463-67-7 Amer Conf of
Gov. Indust.
Hyg.
TWA:10 mg/m3