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First-aid measures

Inhalation: remove to fresh air and drink water

Ingestion: drink water

Skin contact: rinse the skin with water

Eye contact: do not rub the eye, rinse out. If eye irritation or inflammation persists, seek medical advice.

Fire-fighting measures

Additional Information: The product is mineral and non combustible.

Accidental release measures

Methods for cleaning up: Dampen down any dust before putting into skips or use vacuum cleaner with correct filter.

Handling and storage

Handling: Instructions for handling:

- Dust, generated during handling and processing must be exhausted and the regulatory occupational exposure limits for total and respirable dust must be respected.

- Work in a well ventilated area

- Use tools with appropriate dust exhaust equipment

- When total dust concentration is higher than occupational exposure limits (refer to local regulations), or when dust extraction is not available, use individual respiratory protective equipment.

- Collect dust with a vacuum cleaner or soak with water before sweeping up.

Storage: Store in dry, covered and frost proof area. Close bags properly after use.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

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Product is not classified as dangerous
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

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Product is not classified as dangerous
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Product is not classified as dangerous
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Engineering controls: Ensure vacuum dust exhaust with correct filter when handling and/or processing.

Personal protection: Avoid breathing dusts Avoid eye and skin contact Wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the task (see below)

- Respiratory protection: Use appropriate respiratory equipment when exposures are likely or can be foreseen to exceed the Occupational Exposure Limits (e.g. for exposures up to 10 times the OEL use at least a P2 type dust mask. For higher exposure, use a P3 type mask).

- Eye protection: Use safety glasses whenever dusts are produced.

- Skin protection: Use working clothes and gloves to protect against direct skin contact

Stability and reactivity

Nothing to report.

Disposal considerations

Product disposal: Dispose in accordance with local legislation for nuisance mineral dust.

Packaging disposal: Dispose according to local legislation