EarthStone Zero Crystalline Silica Stone

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

The finished Zero Silica Stone product as supplied is classified as non-hazardous under normal conditions and does not present any inhalation, ingestion, skin, or eye hazard. However, dust created when the product is cut, grinded or machined may contain small amounts of crystalline silica which may be respirable. These particles may result in respiratory and pulmonary damage. Personnel undertaking such work must follow health and safety information and take necessary precautions* before the commencement of such work. While this product

Contains

<1% crystalline silica, the presence of dust drives the hazard classification of the product *minimum precautions – Wet cut; Wear a Class P3 respirator; Review Section 8 of SDS for more detail. *** PLEASE READ CAREFULLY *** 1 Work Health and Safety Regulations: Classification and Labelling for Workplace Hazardous Chemical, Safe Work 4

Hazard statements

2 H319: May cause eye irritation H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H335: May cause respiratory tract irritation H350: May cause cancer (inhalation) H372: Causes damage to organ (lungs) through prolonged and repeated exposure if inhaled

Prevention

3 P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P260: Do not breath in dust particles generated during processing, working and cleaning P264: Wash face and hands thoroughly after handling P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P284: Wear respiratory protection for particles (P3 rating filters) Refer to Section 7 for safe handling and storage, and, to Section 8 for dust exposure controls FIRST AID MEASURES: P314: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell after working with the product

Potential health effects

4 Inhalation: Do not inhale dust. Workers, who have been repeatedly exposed to microcrystalline silica particles are at risk of developing silicosis – an incurable, progressive and degenerating disease which may cause severe inflammation and scaring of the lungs that can lead to permanent lung damage. 2 Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)-Safe Work

Precautionary statements

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, Safe Work 4 Silicosis Fact Sheet – Lung Foundation Australia, and, Crystalline Silica Fact Sheet – Safe Work 5 The condition where damages are done by respirable silica to lung tissue causing it to scar and loss of normal functions, is known as Silicosis. Its symptoms, depending on the severity of the damage, include shortness of breath, persistent cough, chest pain, respiratory failure and may eventually lead to death. Skin and Eye Contact: Mineral dust contact may cause temporary irritation to skin such as redness and itching, and, can cause eye irritation with symptoms of burning, redness and tearing. Aggravation of Pre-existing conditions: Workers with pre-existing respiratory or skin/eye disorders may be more susceptible to the effects of this product during processing work. Pre-existing conditions such as asthma, emphysema, tuberculosis and other skin/eye allergies or diseases may be adversely aggravated where airborne silica particles are produced.

Response

P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P302+P350: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P333+P313: IF SKIN IRRITATION/RASH OCCURS: Get medical advice/attention P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of products and by products according to local, regional, national and international regulations