Material Safety Data Sheet

AVALANCHE R134A 18 OZ.
Safety Data Sheet
according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
11/1/2016
EN (English US)
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SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general
:
Check the vital functions. Unconscious: maintain adequate airway and respiration. Respiratory
arrest: artificial respiration or oxygen. Cardiac arrest: perform resuscitation. Victim conscious
with laboured breathing: half-seated. Victim in shock: on his back with legs slightly raised.
Vomiting: prevent asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia. Prevent cooling by covering the victim (no
warming up). Keep watching the victim. Give psychological aid. Keep the victim calm, avoid
physical strain. Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where
possible).
First-aid measures after inhalation
:
Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service. Allow
victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact
:
Rinse with water. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists. In case of frostbites: Wash
immediately with lots of water (15 minutes)/shower. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing
agents. Remove clothing while washing. Do not remove clothing if it sticks to the skin. Cover
wounds with sterile bandage. Consult a doctor/medical service. If burned surface > 10%: take
victim to hospital. Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and
water, followed by warm water rinse. Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub
affected area. Get immediate medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact
:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Do not apply neutralizing agents. Take
victim to an ophthalmologist. Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if
pain, blinking or redness persist.
First-aid measures after ingestion
:
Not applicable. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries
:
Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation
:
EXPOSURE TO HIGH CONCENTRATIONS: Accelerated heart action. Disturbances of heart
rate. Coordination disorders. Feeling of weakness. Respiratory difficulties. Vomiting. Nausea.
Disturbances of consciousness. Risk of lung oedema. Respiratory collapse..
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact
:
Red skin. Blisters. Frostbites..
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact
:
Not applicable.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion
:
Not applicable.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No additional information available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA FOR SURROUNDING FIRES : Adapt extinguishing media to the
environment. Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
:
No unsuitable extinguishing media known. Do not use a heavy water stream..
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard : DIRECT FIRE HAZARD. Non combustible.
Explosion hazard : INDIRECT EXPLOSION HAZARD. Heat may cause pressure rise in tanks/drums: explosion risk.
Reactivity : On burning: release of toxic and corrosive gases/vapours (hydrofluoric acid, carbon monoxide –
carbon dioxide, carbonylfluoride). Reacts with (some) acids.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Firefighting instructions
:
Cool tanks/drums with water spray/remove them into safety. Physical explosion risk: cool from
behind cover. Do not move the load if exposed to heat. After cooling: persistant risk of physical
explosion. Dilute toxic gases with water spray. Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed
containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Prevent fire-fighting water from
entering environment..
Protection during firefighting
:
Heat/fire exposure: compressed air/oxygen apparatus. Do not enter fire area without proper
protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Other information
:
NFPA Aerosol Level 1.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Protective equipment
:
Gloves. Safety glasses.
Emergency procedures
:
Keep upwind. Mark the danger area. Seal off low-lying areas. Close doors and windows of
adjacent premises. No naked flames. Carry out specific temperature controls. Wash
contaminated clothes. Large spills/in confined spacesEvacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment
:
Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency procedures
:
Ventilate area.