Inhalation of vapors or contact with substance will result in contamination and potential harmful effects.
Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
FIRE OR EXPLOSION
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may react upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
Runoff may pollute waterways.
PUBLIC SAFETY
CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover.
As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions.
Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection.
EVACUATION Large Spill
Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
Fire
When any large container is involved in a fire, consider initial evacuation for 500 meters (1/3 mile) in all directions.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
FIRE
Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire.
Do not direct water at the heated metal.
SPILL OR LEAK
Do not touch or walk through spilled material.
Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.
Stop leak if you can do it without risk.
Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.
Do not use steel or aluminum tools or equipment.
Cover with earth, sand or other non-combustible material followed with plastic sheet to minimize spreading or contact with rain.
For mercury, use a mercury spill kit.
Mercury spill areas may be subsequently treated with calcium sulphide/calcium sulfide or with sodium thiosulphate/sodium thiosulfate wash to neutralize any residual mercury.
FIRST AID
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves.
Move victim to fresh air.
Call 911 or emergency medical service.
Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes.
In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes.