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DIESEL FUEL No. 2 4113 Section 5. Fire - fighting measures Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Unsuitable extinguishing media Specific hazards arising from the chemical Hazardous thermal decomposition products Special protective actions for fire - fighters : Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray (fog) or foam. : Do not use water jet or water -based fire extinguishers. Flammable liquid and vapor. The vapor /gas is heavier than air and will spread along the ground. Vapors may accumulate in low or confined areas or travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. This material is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain. No specific data. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire - exposed containers cool. Special protective : Fire - fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self- contained breathing equipment for fire- fighters apparatus (SCBA) with a full face -piece operated in positive pressure mode. Section 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures For non - emergency Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Do not personnel breathe vapor or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. For emergency responders If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For non - emergency personnel ". Environmental precautions Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Water polluting material. May be harmful to the environment if released in large quantities. Collect spillage. Methods and materials for containment and cleanina u Spill Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Use spark -proof tools and explosion -proof equipment. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non - combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see Section 13). Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product. Note: see Section 1 for emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal. MSD ro ; mA 4113 yo,r h�sfed partners for globol reBulatay c —pl—ce