| Flash Point |
- |
Not Applicable |
| Flammable Limits |
- |
Not Applicable |
| General Hazard |
- |
This product is not flammable and does not
support combustion |
| Extinguishing Media |
- |
Use extinguishing media suitable for the
material that is burning. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures |
- |
As appropriate to fire; Fire fighters should
be protected from nuisance dust. |
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| SECTION
VI - Health Hazard Data (Acute & Chronic) |
| Eye |
- |
Sand can be moderately irritating due to
abrasiveness in nature |
| Skin |
- |
Low hazard material |
| Inhalation |
- |
Handling the material in the dry state is
regarded as nuisance dust, inhaling in high concentration
may cause throat/lungs irritation with symptoms such as
coughing and sneezing. |
| Ingestion |
- |
Material being non-toxic, there are no hazards
from accidental ingestion, but ingestion a large quantity
may cause inconvenience to the digestive system due to
abrasiveness. |
| Silica |
- |
Ilmenite sand contain diminutive amount
of free quartz, hence precautions should be taken to avoid
inhaling the dust. |
| Radiation |
- |
In common with many other naturally occurring
mineral products. |
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| SECTION
VII - Control Measures |
| Eye |
- |
Wash eyes with plenty of clean water to
flush out dust particles and seek medical attention if
irritation continues. |
| Skin |
- |
Wash the material from the skin, repeated
contact with the material results in skin irritation,
seek medical advice. |
| Inhale |
- |
Blow the nose to remove the particles from
the nasal, if any adverse develops seek medical attention
immediately. |
| Instigate |
- |
Wash mouth with water if necessary do not
swallow the water, seek medical attention immediately
if discomfort is felt. |
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| SECTION
VIII - Precautions for Safe Handing and Use |
| Transportation |
- |
The truck should be covered to prevent dispersion
of dust when transported as bulk cargo. |
| Spillage |
- |
Clear up the spillage by sweep or vacuum
material for disposal or reuse and to avoid dust generation. |
| Flammability |
- |
Non-flammable to meting point of 1600oC. |
| Handling & Storing |
- |
Use good housekeeping practices to reduce
dust. Incorporate methods of dust control to maintain
airborne dust. Use material only for the purpose intended. |
| Personal Protection |
- |
Wear protective apparel such as respirator,
hearing protection and safety glasses with side shields
for use in the usage environment. |
| Ecological |
- |
The material is unlikely to cause environmental
damage if handled in the approved manner. |
| Working Practice |
- |
Keep a clean safe working environment and
monitor work practices. |
