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/ MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET $811866 (Renewals) SECTION 1 Product Name: ASBESTOS Chemical Name: AmoIts.Asbestos* ' Synonyms: Crunorite, brown asbestos PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION C.A.S. Numbers: 12172-73-5* 1309-36-2 Formu 1 a/Composfe i on: (Mg, Fe) 7 ( (0H)S 140^1) 2 SECTION II Sizes: Few micrometers to 6 Cm. fiber 1engths Specific Gravity: Odor: None (H20"l) 3.12 approximate 1y Appoarance: Light gray-brown, rigid fibers Bulk Density: 1S-4S Ib/ft^, as packaged (depends on product form) Molecular Weight: Not applicable PHYSICAL DATA Solubility in Water: Not soluble Melting Point: 25S0 *F (fusion point) Boiling Point: *F (*C) Not applicable Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Percent Volstile: Structure HgO ** 2-52 by weight Evaporation Rate: Not applicable SECTION IXX HAZARDOUS INCREDIENT5 Material' or Component (CAS #) Weight 2 OSHA PEL Data (TWA Unless Noted), ACCIH, MSHA Amosite Asbestos (12172-73-S) >952 0.2 fibers/cc longer than S fim 0.S fibers/cc longer than 5 ftm Excursion Limit (1) (2) (3) Magnetite FegO* (1309-38-2) O.S-2 None established (1) (2) H.M.I.S. Rating Numbers Heatlh: (Possible Chronic Effects) FIa mm*bility: 0 Reactivity: 0 References. (1) OSHA Regulation (2) ACCIH (3) Excursion limit. The employer shall ensure that no employee is exposed to an airborne concentration of asbestos, tremolit*, anthophy I I te, actinolifce, or a combination of these minerals in excess of 1-0 fiber per*cubc centimeter of air (1 f/ec) as averaged over a same', ing period of thirty (30) minutes. (1910.lOOl(s) revised by S3 PR. 3S62S, September 14, 1988) V B.000129 4 SPM 1266 (Renewals) ASBESTOS (2) SECTION IV HEALTH HAZARD 0ATA ACUTE EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE Route of Exposure: Inha 1 ation: Any dust" (1ncludng asbestos) which is inhaled in substantial amounts, may irritate the respiratory tract. Extrame exposures can overwhelm the normal respiratory defense mechanisms and result in temporary difficulty in breathing. Skin Contact: Skin Absorption: Asbestos splinters may penetrate the skin and cause asbestos corns". Not app(icable Eye Contact: May cause irritation and abrasions. Ingestion: No known effects. CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE Route of Exposure: TohaIa tion: Overexposure to Asbestos has caused damage .to lungs (asbestosis), lung cancer and mesothelioma of the pleura and peritoneum. Symptoms, which are usually not manifested until 1S-20 years after exposure. Include labored breathing, chest pains, weakness, and chest tightness. Pleural thickening, plaques and otfvsion are nondisabling conditions, seen sep arately or together, that have been associated with prolonged asbestos exposure. The risk of lung eancer is greatly increased for those who smoke cigarettes regularly In addition to having asbestos exposures. Skin Contact: f Sktn Absorption: Eye Contact: Not app1<cab 1e Not app1icab 1 Same as acute effects. exposure. Usually reversible on removal from Ingestion: Some studies indicate that asbestos overexposure is implicated as a cause of gastro- i ntest i na l and laryngeal cancers, but the evidence Is conflicting; no documented human effects. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AIR PROCEDURES Route of Exposure: Inhalation: No acute toxicity: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be administered. Zf breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration. Call a physician. Sk i n Contact: Remove asbestos sliver* promptly. sv-gical removal may be required. If "asbestos corn" develops, Eye Contact: I-rigate gently with water for IS minutes. Refer to ophthalmol ogist to rule out possibility of damage to cornea or eyeball by f - eers. Inge s tion: Seme (ndica ted. NOTES TO PHYSICIAN A m^c-cal surveillance jrogram must be established for asbestos-exposed persons in accordance with the rec.-remcnts of the Occuo*tionI Safety end Health Administra tion's standard for Astestos (29 CPR Part 1910.1001) . B.000130 asbestos $PM 1S66 (Renewals) (3) SECTION V FIRS AND EXPLOSION DATA Combustibility: Not combustible Flammable Limits: Not applicable Flash Point (Test Method): Not applicable Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable Explosion Tendency: Not applicable Ext1nguiah 1np Media: Use media appropriate for surrounding material in fire situation. Special Fire-Fighting Procedures: Avoid media and procedures that cause airborne dust. Personnel involved in fire-fightIng should use NIOSH/MSHA--approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protection clothing. Unusual Fir-o and Explosive Hazard: See Below Stability: SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA Stable (Temperature in excess of 1112 *F [600 *C] cause toss of bound water). Conditions to Avoid: None Hazardous Decomposition Products; None Material to Avoid: None SECTION VII SPILL. LEAK. AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION Steps to be Taken if Materiaf ia Spilled or Released: Avoid breathing dust. Notify Safety personnel of Spill. Permit only trained clean-up personnel in the spill area. Use wet methods or approved vacuum cleaning system to pick up eoilled ^tteriala. Use water or other dust suppressants where sweep ing is unavoidable. Do not stir up dust. Clean-up personnel should wear approved respirator# and protective clothing. Waste and contaminated protective clothing must be placed In dust-tight containers and be properly labeled for disposal. Neutn 1 i z i ng Agents: Not applicable Water Disposal Method: Bags, friable asbestos, waste and scrap material should be disposed of in a manner which will avoid airborne concentrations of asbestos, such as the use of dust-tight trash bags or containers. Such containers should bo labeled In accordance with 40 CFR 61.20. Asbestos is also classified as a hazardous material under CWA 307(a) and has a reportable quantity of one pound. Deposit waste containers in a secured landfill in accordance with Federal, State, and local cegu1 a tions. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION Vent i a t on : Provde adequate exhaust ventilation and capturo filtration to remove asbestos pi'-ticulate from the workplace and minimize it* dispersion into the enviro--enb. Isolate work areas and post signs where asbestos Contmin` ioc -,y exceed PEL. Hand- or power-operated tools which may release astestos in excess of the PEL must be equipped with local exhaust systems ASBESTOS SRM JS66 (Renewals) <4> SECTION VXII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION (Continued) Personal Protective Equipment: Respirators: Where asbestos exposure in excess of the PEL. is anticipated, wear a NIQSH/MSHA-approved respirator, as follows**, up to^lO times the PEL half-mask a i r-pur i i-y i ng respirator with high-efflciency filters; up to SO times the PEL - full facepiece air-purifylng respirator with highefficiency filters; up to 100 times the PEL - powered a r-puri fy i ng respirator with high-efficiency filters or supptied-air respirator .operated in continuous flow mode. Eye Protection: Goggles are recommended. Follow Safety Rules. Cloves/Clothing: Gloves are recommended during handling. Other: For concentre 11 ons in excess of the OSHA PEL, special clothing, such as coveralls, whole-body clothing, hood coverings, gloves, and foot coverings, are required under CFR 1910.1001, Precau t i ona ry Statements; SECTION IX WARNING SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS cancer hazard Breathing asbestos dust can cause tung damage and cancer. The risk of lung cancer is greatly increased for smokers. Do not create or breathe dust. Do not dry-sweep or use air hose for cleaning. Do not take protective equipment or clothing home. Do Do Do bo fol low recommended work practices. wear approved respiratory protection and protective clothing as required by applicable regulation. use vacuum or wet cleaning methods. disrose of dust, friable waste material* and contaminated protective equipment in dust-tight containers. FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY Precautions for Handling anc Storage: Store asbestos in closed containers (dusttight) in a clean, dry, secure area. Protect containers from damage. Do not open containers in a manner that can release dust without providing proper enclosure or control measures. Use dust suppression control meas ures at alt stages of asbestos handling, use and disposal. Follow good housekeeping practices to prevent accumulation of asbestos-containing dusts. Avoid inhalation of asbestos. Other Inf orm*t ion: Material Listed as Carc^ogen in; National Toxicoogy Program Annual Report (NTP): Known carcinogen. * Interntiona I A;ncy for Research on Cancer (IARC) : Croup I -- Carcinogenic *.o humans. B.000132