SDS

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RD-0038OPP - Onetime Lightweight Spackling
Revision Date: 25-Sep-2013
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry chemical. Water spray (fog). Foam. Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
Not determined.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Product is not flammable.
Hazardous Combustion Products Carbon oxides. Nitrogen oxides (NOx).
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal Precautions
Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.
Other Information
Small Spills: 1 drum or less – Level D Equipment (gloves, chemical resistant apron, boots &
eye protection).
Large Spills: Rubber gloves, rubber boots, face shield & Tyvek suit as a minimum. Minimum
level of PPE for releases in which the oxygen level is < 19.5% or is unknown, should be
Level B: triple gloves (rubber gloves & nitrile gloves over latex gloves), chemical resistant
suit, fire-retardant clothing & boots, hard hat & self-contained breathing apparatus.
For Emergency Responders
Restrict access to spill area.
Environmental Precautions
Minimize use of water to prevent environmental contamination. Prevent spill or rinse from
contaminating storm drains, sewers, soil or groundwater. Do not allow discharge containing
this material to enter streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters unless in
accordance w/ requirements of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
permit & permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do not allow
discharge containing this material to enter sewer systems w/o previously notifying local
sewage treatment plant authority. For information, contact State Water Board or EPA
Regional Office
Other: U.S. regulations may require reporting of spills of this material reaching surface
waters if sheen is formed.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for Containment
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Use absorbent material to contain spill.
Methods for Clean-Up
Sweep up absorbed material and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Wash area
with soap and water. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.