Van Air Systems Ceramic Bead - Manual (Page 2)

Van Air Systems
Ceramic Bead 1/2” (Prebed) Material Safety Data Sheet
Page 2 of 2
Date Prepared: January 1, 2012
Section 5
– Reactivity Information
Stability (Conditions to avoid): Stable. Active fluorides.
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Silicate products may react, although not violently, with hydrofluoric
acid or active fluorides.
Hazardous decomposition/byproducts: None.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Section 6
– Health Hazard Information
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation, skin and eye contact.
Health Hazards (acute and chronic):
Excessive exposure to silica can lead to Silicosis. Silica may also be
a possible carcinogen. Most of the silica is chemically combined as
silicates.
Carcinogenicity: No information available.
NTP: No.
IARC Monographs: No.
OSHA Regulated: No.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: May cause eye irritation or dry skin after long exposure. Breathing in
dust may aggravate conditions of the upper respiratory tract.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes:
Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Examine for physical
presence of particles.
Skin: Wash with soap and water. Treat for dry skin.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
IF IRRITATION PERSISTS SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION
Section 7
– Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Small/Large Spills: Minimize dust. Sweep, shovel or vacuum up immediately. Watch
footing if articles fall onto walking surface.
Waste Disposal Method: Landfill in accordance with local, federal and state regulations. Be
guided by extraneous matter to which these articles may have been
exp
osed in the user’s process.
Handling & Store: Store in a dry area. Avoid over stacking to the point of deforming
cartons.
Other precautions: Avoid rough handling to avoid abrading or crushing the articles.
Suppress dust when unloading (wear respirator). Protect against
sharp broken edges.
Section 8
– Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (specific type): NIOSH approved disposable or other dust masks. See OSHA CFR
1910.134.
Ventilation: Use adequate ventilation.
Local & Mechanical Exhaust – Yes, if dust levels exceed limits.
Special and other Exhaust
– Not applicable.
Protective Gloves: Recommended.
Eye Protection: Recommended.
Other Protective Clothing & Equipment: These articles are hard and abrasive. Minimize bodily contact with
gloves, safety goggles and adequate covering.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling.