Pro-Link Lithofin Wax-Off 120005 - Manual (Page 2)

Material Safety Data Sheet
Printed: 08.11.2004
Revised: 03.11.2004
Lithofin WAX-OFF
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4 First aid measures
General information
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least
48 hours after the accident.
After inhalation
Remove victim from contaminated area. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing stops, provide
artificial respiration. Call a doctor.
After skin contact
Clean effected skin thoroughly with water and a mild cleansing agent.
No residues shall remain on the skin.
After eye contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Seek medical treatment.
After swallowing
Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.
If vomiting occurs spontaneously: Hold the head of the casualty low with the body in a prone position
in order to avoid penetration of vomit into the air tube (danger of aspiration).
Information for doctor
The following symptoms may occur:
After inhalation:
Irritation of mucous membranes
See chapter 11
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5 Fire fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing agents
Foam
Extinguishing powder
Carbon dioxide
Sand
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents Water with full jet.
Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or resulting gases:
Dangerous decomposition products see chapter 10: stability and reactivity
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.
Additional information
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.
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6 Accidental release measures
Person-related safety precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation
Wear protective clothing.
Keep unprotected persons away.
Measures for environmental protection:
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.
In case of seepage into the ground inform responsible authorities.
Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Absorb with non-combustible material like sand, soil, diatomite.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Send for recovery or disposal in suitable receptacles.