PRESERVE PRESSURE TREATED WOOD

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

SYMPTOMS OF OVER EXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: INHALATION: Wood dust may be irritating to nose and throat. Can cause chest pains and chemical pneumonitis. CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Skin lesions commonly observed on hands at base of nails and on knuckles; these are usually not disabling. Conjunctivitis (of eyes) can result from mild exposure to wood dust. SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption is possible as a result of splintering, possibly causing skin ulcers. INGESTION: Wood fibers may result in nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. INJECTION: Direct injection of this substance may cause effects similar to skin contact and skin adsorption, including lesions and ulceration.

Potential health effects

OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE An explanation in lay terms ACUTE: Can cause severe effects if ingested, inhaled, or otherwise introduced directly into the body. Ingestion of large amount could be fatal. Symptoms of acute exposure include nausea, diarrhea, and severe abdominal distress. CHRONIC: Chronic exposure could lead to dermatitis of the skin (red, irritated, cracked, and/or painful skin). Allergic skin responses can occur in sensitive people. Chronic exposure to any wood dust could result in reduction of the sense of smell. What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?