Rectal Catheters

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Not classified as hazardous according to NOHSC/ASCC Criteria Not classified as dangerous goods by the criteria of the ADG Code This material when properly handled according to good working and hygienic practices is not dangerous to human health and the environment at ambient temperature. However, mechanical operations associated Emergency Overview with the use of PVC material can produce elevated concentrations of airborne PVC particulates. Contact with PVC particulates can be irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. Operations that produce airborne dusts should be conducted in well ventilated areas. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn to protect workers from exposures to airborne PVC particulates. General Precautionary Measures Code

Hazard categories

Conditions for use P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. As appropriate N/A Consumer products P103 Read label before use. This product in the natural state does not present an inhalation, ingestion or contact Inhalation hazard. However, vapor from the heated product and dust from mechanical operations may cause mild discomfort and respiratory irritation. Eye Contact Eye contact with PVC dusts may cause irritation or corneal injury due to mechanical action. Vapor from heated product may also cause redness of the eyes. Skin Contact Prolonged skin contact is essentially non-irritating. Contact with the heated product may cause burns. Ingestion of harmful amount of this product as distributed may cause nausea or vomiting Ingestion and can cause damage to digestive system.