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• • • Page 3. ISection 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES (Cont.) 5.4 FIRE & EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS: Under fire conditions and at high temperatures, as water evaporates, the residue can decompose and support combustion. Fumes which may be emitted are hydrogen sulfide, a highly toxic and flammable gas. Dilution of the product resulting in a high dithiophosphate ratio will also evolve hydrogen sulfide vapors. 5.5 FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: As in any fire, wear self- contained breathing apparatus, positive pressure, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Dike area to prevent runoff and contamination of water sources. Persons who may have been exposed to contaminated smoke should be immediately examined by a physician and checked for symptoms of poisoning. I Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Small releases: Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Personnel should be thoroughly trained to handle spills and releases. Wear protective gear (See Section 8). Stop leak if can be done without risk. Dike spill using absorbent or impervious materials such earth, sand or clay. Clean up residual material with water. Collect washing for disposal. Do not flush to drain. 6.2 Large releases: Wear proper protective equipment. Confine area to qualified personnel. Shut off release if safe to do so. Dike spill area to prevent runoff into sewers, drains (potential explosive mixtures of hydrogen sulfide in confined spaces) or surface waterways (potential aquatic toxicity). Recover as much of the solution as possible. Treat remaining material as a small release (above). I Section 7: HANDLING and STORAGE 7.1 Handling: Wear proper protective equipment (See Section 8). Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not ingest. Do not breathe vapors and mists. Use only in well ventilated areas. 7.2 Storage: Store in cool, dry, well ventilated areas. Do not store combustibles in the area of storage vessels. Keep away from any sources of heat or flame. I Section 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: When respirators are required, select NIOSH /MSHA approved equipment. Under normal conditions, without any other contaminant, and air - purifying respirator with cartridges /canister approved for acid gases, dusts, mists and fumes, should provide protection. For abnormal conditions or unknown concentrations, use a full -face positive pressure air - supplied respirator, or a self contained breathing apparatus. 8.2 SKIN PROTECTION: Neoprene rubber gloves, apron and boots (as appropriate) should be worn to prevent repeated or prolonged contact with the product. Wash any contaminated clothing prior to reuse. Food, beverage and tobacco products should not be carried or consumed where this chemical is in use. Before eating, drinking or smoking wash face and hands with soap and water.