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METHANOL/WOOD ALCOHOL
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Ingestion: Induce vomiting; Inhalation:
If overcome by exposure, move the victim immediately to fresh air and provide
oxygen if breathing difficult. Keep warm and quiet. Administer artificial
respiration if not breathing. Get medical attention. For eye and skin
contact, flush with water for 15 minutes.
SECTION VII Precautions for Safe Handling and Use:
Steps to be taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Dike the spill,
eliminate sources of ignition. For large spills, evacuate hazard area. Soak
up spill with absorbent material and place in non-leaking containers. Do not
flush into drains. Use only grounded equipment to prevent sparking. Wear
fog.
Waste Disposal Method: May be incinerated or disposed of as a hazardous
waste in an approved landfill. Refer to latest EPA or state regulations
regarding proper disposal.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing:
Store in tightly closed vented containers away from heat, flame, sparks, and
oxidizing agents. Ground & Bond when dispensing. Use non-sparking tools.
Extinguish pilot lights and other sources of ignition until all vapors are
gone.
Other Precautions:
Do not reuse contaminated clothing or shoes until cleaned.
SECTION VIII - Control Measures:
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
Air supplied only.
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust: Explosion-proof ventilation
Special:
should be used to control vapor accumulation.
Explosion-proof
ventilation
Mechanical (General):
Other:
Explosion-proof
N/A
Protective Gloves:
Eye Protection: Splash proof safety
Impervious, chemical resistant
Chemical protective aprons, boots, and face shield as necessary when
splashing may occur.
Work/Hygienic Practices:
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin.
DO NOT USE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR. METHANOL HAS POOR WARNING PROPERTIES AND
CARTRIDGES HAVE VERY SHORT BREAK-THROUGH TIMES.
Figure 4-1. Material Safety Data Sheet (concluded).
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