REGULAR DRY CHEMICAL

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This mixture of dry chemicals poses little hazard. Mechanical irritation of the eyes is possible during the use and maintenance of the extinguishing units. Chronic inhalation of any particulates may cause respiratory system damage. SYMPTOMS OF OVER-EXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: Over-exposure to this product may cause mild skin irritation, moderate eye irritation, and possible gastric distress. The product is not known to cause chronic illness. INHALATION: Inhalation of this product should be avoided, but if it occurs, may cause mild irritation of the nose, throat, and other tissues of the HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION respiratory system. SYSTEM HEALTH (BLUE) 1 CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Contact of dust from this product with the eyes may cause FLAMMABILITY (RED) 0 moderate irritation, reddening of the affected eye, and discomfort. REACTIVITY (YELLOW) 0 SKIN ABSORPTION: No component of this product is known to absorb through the skin. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT INGESTION: Ingestion of this product may cause EYES RESPIRATORY HANDS BODY mild gastric distress. Ingestion of this product can See Section lead to systemic alkalosis. 8 INJECTION: While injection of this product is unlikely, it may occur as a result of a puncture or For routine industrial applications cut with a sharp object contaminated with the extinguishing agent. Mild symptoms, similar to those of skin irritation may occur.

Potential health effects

OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE An Explanation in Lay Terms. This product poses low, acute health risks. ACUTE: This extinguishing material presents only a slight risk of causing acute health effects. If such effects occur, they will be in the form of mild irritation of the skin, nose, or throat and moderate irritation of the eyes. If ingested, this product may cause an upset stomach. CHRONIC: Sodium bicarbonate is not known to cause any chronic illnesses or diseases. PART II What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?