Engineered Lumber: Wood-I-Joists (LVL/OSB construction)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA defined hazards Emergency overview This product is not hazardous in the form in which it is shipped by the manufacturer but may become hazardous by downstream activities (e.g., grinding, sanding, cutting, pulverizing) that reduce its particle size. Those hazards are described below.

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Combustible dust

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause cancer. If small particles of wood dust are generated during further processing, handling or by other means, may form combustible dust concentrations in air.

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Prevent dust accumulation and airborne dispersion of dust to minimize flash fire and explosion hazard.

Response

If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a doctor or other qualified medical professional. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store away from strong acids, alkalies, oxidizing agents and drying oils.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

None.