CERACLAD

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

The Product as supplied is non-Hazardous. Dust from this product is classified as Hazardous per the approved criteria for classifying hazardous substances [NOHSC:1008] When concrete products are cut, sawn, abraded or crushed, dust is created which contains crystalline silica, some of which may be respirable (particles small enough to be breathed in and go deep into the lungs) and which is Hazardous. Note: The below Classifications refer ONLY to the dust of these products Precautionary Signal GHS Pictogram Statements Word    DANGER Skin Irritation Causes skin Do not breathe dust. Category 2 irritation  Wash thoroughly   Eye Irritation Causes serious eye after handling. Category 2A irritation  Use only outdoors or   Specific Target Organ May cause in a well-ventilated Toxicity (Single respiratory area. Health Hazards/ Chronic  Exposure) Category 2 irritation Wear eye/face Health Hazard   Specific Target Organ May cause damage protection and Toxicity (Repeated to organs through protective gloves. Page 1 of 8 CARACLAD Fibre Cement Products Date Issued: September 2017 Exposure) Category 2 prolonged or  If on skin, wash with repeated exposure plenty of soap and by inhalation water.  If inhaled, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.  If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.  Call a Poison Centre or doctor if you feel unwell.  If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention.  If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention.  Take off contaminated clothing after use and wash before reuse.  Store in a well- ventilated dry place