Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Safety Data Sheet
Material Name: Shingle and Roll Roofing Products
Issue Date: 02/10/15 Page 3 of 7
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions: Pick up large pieces. Vacuum dusts. Do not sweep dry dusts. If sweeping is necessary,
use a dust suppressant such as water. These wastes are not hazardous as defined by the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (40 CFR 261). Comply with state and local regulations for disposal of this
product.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures:
Comply with all applicable EPA, OSHA, NFPA and state and local requirements. Observe personal protection
guidelines of Section 8. Avoid skin contact.
Storage Procedures:
Store product in an area where it will not easily be disturbed or generate dust.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering measures:
Local or general exhaust required in an enclosed area or when there is inadequate ventilation.
Respiratory Protection:
A properly fitted NIOSH approved disposable dust respirator should be used when high dust levels are
encountered, the level of glass fibers in the air exceeds the OSHA PEL, or if irritation occurs. Use respiratory
protection in accordance with your company's respiratory protection program, local regulations and OSHA
regulations under 29 CFR 1910.134.
Skin Protection:
A loose fitting, long sleeved cotton shirt, long cotton pants, and gloves are recommended.
Eyes/Face Protective Equipment:
Wear safety glasses or goggles.
Work Practices:
Handle with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. These include avoiding any unnecessary exposure
and removal of the material from the skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands and arms frequently, shower after
exposure and wash work clothes when soiled.
Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: Paper or glass fiber mat coated with asphalt, packaged in bundles or roll form.
Physical state (Solid/Liquid/Gas): Solid
Substance type (Pure/Mixture): Mixture
Color: Black
Odor: Slight asphalt odor
Molecular weight: Not determined
pH: Neutral
Boiling point/range (5-95%): Not applicable
Melting point/range: >200 F
Decomposition temperature: Not applicable
Specific gravity: Variable
Density: Variable
Bulk density: Not applicable
Vapor density: Not applicable
Vapor pressure: Not applicable
Evaporation rate: No data available
Solubility: Not applicable