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All other components of this product do not pose a significant risk of respiratory and/or physical effects.
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IV. FIRST AID MEASURES:
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Glass Cuts: Perform normal first aid procedures. Seek medical attention as required.
Inhalation: If discomfort or irritation to the nose and throat develop, remove from exposure and seek medical
attention as needed. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration; keep affected person warm and at
rest; get medical attention as soon as possible.
Ingestion: In the unlikely event of ingesting a large quantity of material, seek medical attention immediately.
Contact, Skin: Thoroughly wash affected area with mild soap or detergent and water and prevent further contact.
Seek medical attention as needed.
Contact, Eye: Wash eyes, including under eyelids, immediately with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention.
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V. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES:
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Flammability: Non-combustible
Fire Extinguishing Materials: Use extinguishing agents suitable for surrounding fire.
Special Firefighting Procedure: Use a self-contained breathing apparatus to prevent inhalation of dust and/or fumes
that may be generated from broken lamps during firefighting activities.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: When exposed to high temperature, toxic fumes may be released from broken
lamps.
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VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
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ONLY APPLICABLE FOR BROKEN LAMPS
Ventilation: Use adequate general and local exhaust ventilation to maintain exposure levels below the PEL or TLV
limits. If such ventilation is unavailable, use respirators as specified below.
Respiratory protection: Use appropriate NIOSH approved respirator if airborne dust concentrations exceed the
pertinent PEL or TLV limits. All appropriate requirements set forth in 29 CFR 1910.134 should be met.
Eye protection: OSHA specified safety glasses, goggles or face shield are recommended if lamps are being broken.
Protective clothing: OSHA specified cut and puncture-resistant gloves are recommended for dealing with broken
lamps.
Hygienic practices: After handling broken lamps, wash hands and face thoroughly before eating, drinking, smoking
or handling tobacco products, applying cosmetics, or using toilet facilities.
Follow the US Environmental Protection Agency’s fluorescent lamp cleanup guidelines at www.epa.gov/cfl
However, if you are concerned about your health after cleaning up a broken fluorescent lamp, consult your local
poison control center by calling 1-800-222-1222. You can call your center any time you have questions or in an
emergency. You can also consult your physician about potential health effects from mercury exposures.
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VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE - FOR BROKEN LAMPS
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ONLY APPLICABLE FOR BROKEN LAMPS
Ventilation: Use adequate general and local exhaust ventilation to maintain exposure levels below the PEL or TLV
limits. If such ventilation is unavailable, use respirators as specified below.
Respiratory Protection: Use appropriate NIOSH approved respirator if airborne dust concentrations exceed the
pertinent PEL or TLV limits. All appropriate requirements set forth in 29 CFR 1910.134 should be met.