SDS

SAFETY DATA SHEET
Lead Flashing
According to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
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First-aid Measures After Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Obtain
medical attention if breathing difficulty persists.
First-aid Measures After Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Use a soap that removes heavy metals if
available.
First-aid Measures After Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention.
First-aid Measures After Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/Injuries: Warning! Contains lead. Lead poisoning can occur via an acute dose or through chronic exposure.
Symptoms of lead poisoning include headaches, abdominal pain, memory loss, kidney failure, anemia, change in skin tone or
pallor, reproductive problems in men, weakness, pain, or tingling in the extremities. May cause cancer.
Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: Fumes from welding or soldering of this material can be harmful if inhaled.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: May aggrivate pre-existing skin condition.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: Fumes from welding or soldering material can be irritating to the eyes.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: Studies on laboratory animals have shown that exposure to inorganic lead compounds may cause cancer.
4.3. Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire. Application of
water stream to hot product may cause frothing and increase fire intensity.
5.2. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Not flammable.
Explosion Hazard: Product is not explosive.
Reactivity: In molten form may react violently with water.
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Under fire conditions, hazardous fumes will be
present.
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Other Information: Refer to Section 9 for flammability properties.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Avoid breathing (dust, fumes).
6.1.1. For Non-emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For Emergency Responders
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods,
protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.
6.2. Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.
6.3. Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: If metal is in molten form allow to cool and collect as a solid. If metal is in solid form collect for remelting
purposes.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clear up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Recover the product by vacuuming, shovelling
or sweeping. Vacuum clean-up is preferred. If sweeping is required use a dust suppressant. Contact competent authorities after
a spill.
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection. For further information refer to section 13.