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Section 5 - Fire-Fighting Measures
Flashpoint/Flammable Limits: Not Applicable. NFPA Ratings: Health – 1; Fire – 0; Instability - 0
5(a) Suitable Extinguishing Equipment: Steel Products in the solid state present no fire or explosion hazard. Prevent the
accumulation of dust. Consider use of Class D extinguisher if large quantities of steel/zinc dust is generated.
5(b) Specific Hazards that Develop from the Chemical: None as sold. Prevent the accumulation of dust. When burned,
toxic smoke or fume may be emitted.
5(c) Special Protective Equipment or Precautions for Firefighters: Self-contained NIOSH approved respiratory
protection and full protective clothing when smoke from fire is present. Prevent release of runoff to sewers, storm
drains, and /or water ways.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
6(a) Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures:
RESPIRATORY: For welding or burning – NIOSH/MSHA approved dust and fume respirators should be used to
avoid excessive inhalation of particulates. Appropriate respirator selection depends on the magnitude of
exposure.
SKIN: Protective gloves should be worn as required for welding, burning, or handling
operations. EYE: Use safety glasses or goggles as required for welding, burning or
handling operations.
VENTILATION: Local exhaust ventilation should be provided when sawing, grinding or machining to prevent excessive
dust or fume exposure. During welding, burning or brazing please follow the ANSI Standard Z49.1 “Safety in Welding
and Cutting”.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Depending upon the conditions of use and specific work situations, additional
protective equipment and/or clothing may be required to control exposures.
6(b) Methods and Materials Used for Containment: Not applicable for this product as sold/shipped. If material is in a dry
state, avoid inhalation of dust. Fine, dry material should be removed by vacuuming or wet sweeping methods to prevent
spreading of dust. Avoid using compressed air. Collect material in appropriate, labeled containers for recovery or disposal
in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Follow applicable OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.120) and all
other pertinent state and federal requirements.
6(c) Disposal Methods: Waste Disposal Methods: - Dispose used or unused product in accordance with applicable
Federal, State, and Local regulations. Please recycle. Do not release into sewers or waterways.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
7(a) Precautions for safe handling: Operations with the potential for generating high concentrations of airborne
particulates should be evaluated and controlled as necessary. Avoid breathing metal fumes and/or dusts
7(b) Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities: Stable under normal conditions of use, storage, and
transport. Will react with strong acid to liberate hydrogen.