Oreco Group Potting Mixes

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Statement of t Hazardous Nature: The dust and mists (bio-aerosols) from this product are hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia. Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.

Hazard statements

R36/37 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system

Precautionary statements

S22/25/38 Do not breathe dust, avoid contact with eyes, if insufficient ventilation wear respiratory equipment

SUSDP Classification

None allocated.

ADG classification

None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good.

UN Number

None allocated. Emergency overview Physical description & colour: Brown to greyish blend of natural organic and mineral substances. 1 Odour: Non specific earthy odour

Health hazards

Repeated inhalation of dust and/or liquid mist (bio-aerosols) from these products may result in respiratory irritation, inflammation or sensitisation resulting in illnesses ranging from hay fever and asthma to pneumonia (e.g. Legionnaire’s disease) and pneumonia-like illnesses. The elderly, those with pre-existing respiratory diseases, and the immune compromised are at particular risk from these illnesses. All people working with these and other landscaping and horticultural products should ensure that they are adequately protected from tetanus.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short term exposure: Inhalation of dust and/or liquid mists (bio-aerosols) may irritate, inflame or sensitise the nose, throat and lungs, and aggravate pre-existing conditions such as asthma and bronchitis. Long Term exposure: Repeated inhalation of dust and/or liquid mist (bio-aerosols) from these products may result in respiratory irritation, inflammation or sensitisation resulting in illnesses ranging from hay fever and asthma to pneumonia (e.g. Legionnaires’ disease) and pneumonia-like illnesses. Skin Contact: Short term exposure: Skin contact with these products and their dusts and/or liquid mists (bio-aerosols) may result in skin irritation Long Term exposure: May lead to skin sensitisation, dermatitis or skin infection in some sensitive individuals Eye Contact: Short term exposure: The dust and/or liquid mist (bio-aerosols) may be irritating to the eyes resulting in redness and watering, or eye infection. Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short term exposure: Unlikely under normal conditions. Swallowing compost and potting mixes may cause abdominal discomfort and increase the risk of gastro-intestinal infections Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: NOHSC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC. 2