SDS

SDS #20
Power Wire Brushes – Carbon Steel (4/13)
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Ingestion: If dust is swallowed, seek medical attention.
Inhalation: If overexposed to dust, remove victim to fresh air and get medical attention.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes thoroughly with water, holding open eyelids. Get medical attention if irritation occurs
and persists.
Skin Contact: Wash dust from skin with soap and water. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
Most Important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: Use may generate dust that may cause eye
and respiratory tract irritation. Dust may be harmful by inhalation and ingestion.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: None known
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Use any media that is appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Special Hazards Arising from the Manufactured Article
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: This product is not combustible, however, consideration must be given
to the potential fire/explosion hazards from the base material being processed. Many materials create
flammable/explosive dusts or turnings when brushed, machined or ground.
Hazardous Combustion Products: None known.
Advice for Fire-Fighters: None needed.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures:
Minimize generation of dust. Use appropriate protective equipment to avoid inhalation and eye contact if dust is
generated.
Environmental Precautions:
Notify authorities as required by local, state and federal regulations.
Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up:
Pick up, sweep up or vacuum any dust, and place in a container for disposal.
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to Section 8 for personal protective equipment and Section 14 for proper
disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after
handling and use, especially before eating, drinking or smoking. Consider potential exposure to components of
the base materials or coatings being brushed, machined or ground. Refer to OSHA’s substance specific
standards for additional work practice requirements where applicable.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including any Incompatibilities: Store in a dry location.