SDS

Wood Dust
Safety Data Sheet
according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
02/14/2014 EN (English US) 3/6
SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, foam, fog.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.
5.2. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Combustible Dust.
Explosion Hazard: Dust clouds can be explosive.
Reactivity: Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use.
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures Fire: Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance.
Firefighting Instructions: Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe dust. Avoid generating dust. Ensure adequate
ventilation. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces – No smoking.
6.1.1. For Non-emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate danger area. Eliminate ignition sources.
6.1.2. For Emergency Responders
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Eliminate ignition sources. Ventilate area. If possible, stop flow of product.
6.2. Environmental Precautions No additional information available
6.3. Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Avoid generation of dust during clean-up of spills. Use only non-sparking tools.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clear up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely.
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
See heading 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: Dust deposits should not be allowed to accumulate on surfaces, as these may form an
explosive mixture if they are released into the atmosphere in sufficient concentration.
Precautions for Safe Handling: When dry sawing or grinding, use dustless systems for handling, storage, and clean up so that
airborne dust does not exceed the PEL. Use adequate ventilation and dust equipment. Practice good housekeeping. Do not
permit dust to collect on walls, floors, sills, ledges, machinery, or equipment. Maintain, clean, and fit test respirators in
accordance with OSHA regulations. Maintain and test ventilation and dust collection equipment. Wash or vacuum clothing which
has become dusty.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and other exposed
areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, or smoking and again when leaving work.
7.2. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use.
Incompatible Products: Strong oxidizers. Combustible materials.
7.3. Specific End Use(s) Construction
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control Parameters
Wood Dust
USA NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 1 mg/m³
USA OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 15 mg/m³ (total) or 5 mg/m
3
(resp)
Wood dust, all soft and hard woods (RR-00514-1)
USA NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 1 mg/m³