WPA 200 Powder - Safety Data Sheet
Hazardous Substance, NON - Dangerous Goods Australia
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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name
WPA 200 Powder
Recommended Use
Powder component of a two-part waterproofing membrane
Supplier
Waterproofing Products Australia Pty Ltd
Address
PO Box 1213 Archerfield BC, Queensland 4108
Telephone numbers
+61 (7) 3722 3700
Facsimile number
+61 (7) 3722 3711
Australian Poisons Information Centre
13 11 26
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Statement of hazardous / dangerous nature
This material is hazardous according to health criteria of NOHSC Australia. Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) for transport by Road and Rail.
Classification
Hazardous, Irritant.
Risk Phrases
Risk of serious eye damage. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Harmful by inhalation. May cause cancer by inhalation. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness and cracking.
3. COMPOSITION INFORMATION
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre (Phone 131 126)
Inhalation
Remove patient from exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Remove contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable position and keep warm. Keep at rest until fully recovered. Seek medical advice if effects persist.
Ingestion
Rinse mouth with water. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water to drink. Never give anything by the mouth to an unconscious patient. If vomiting occurs give further water. Seek medical advice.
Skin Contact
If skin or hair contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and flush skin and hair with running water. If swelling, redness, blistering or irritation occurs seek medical assistance.
Eye Contact
If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eyes continuously with running water. Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a Doctor; or for at least 15 minutes and transport to Doctor or Hospital.
Notes to Physician
Treat symptomatically. Effects may be delayed.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability
Will not ignite readily.
Extinguishing media
All extinguishing media can be used.
List of dangerous decomposition or combustion products
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides, fumes and smoke.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spills
Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contamination. Shovel up and place in a suitable container for disposal.
Large Spills
Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contamination. Contain - prevent run off into drains and waterways. Use absorbent (soil, sand or other inert material). Collect and seal in properly labelled containers or drums for disposal. If contamination of sewers or waterways has occurred advise local emergency services
Precautions for clean-up crew
May be slippery when spilt. Avoid accidents, clean up immediately.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Employ safe lifting techniques. Avoid eye contact and repeated or prolonged skin contact. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from incompatible materials described in Section 10. Keep containers closed when not in use - check regularly for leaks. Prevent from freezing.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
National occupational exposure limits
No value assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC Australia).
Engineering Measures
Class P1 or dust mask when mixing dry product. Once product is mixed with water, no special respiratory protection is required.
Personal protective equipment
Class P1 or dusk mask, Overalls, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Nitrile Rubber Gloves.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State
Powder.
Colour
Grey
Odour
None
Boiling Point
>100°C.
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Flammability Limits
Not flammable.
pH (1:1 with water)
>11
Specific Gravity (20°C)
Approx. 2.0
Solubility in Water
Slightly soluble forming an alkaline product.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability
This material is thermally stable when stored and used as directed.
Conditions to avoid
High temperatures.
Materials to avoid
Strong acids.
Hazardous decomposition products
On exposure to high temperatures, may decompose, releasing toxic gases. Will harden on exposure to moisture. Large quantities will exotherm when mixed with water.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Potential acute health effects
Inhalation
May cause irritation to the nasal passages.
Ingestion
May cause burning sensation and abdominal discomfort. Corrosive to
mouth and throat.
Skin Contact
May cause irritation to the skin.
Eye Contact
May cause irritation to the eyes.
Chronic Effects
Long term exposure to high dust concentrations may cause changes in lung function. I.e. Pneumoconiosis; caused by particles less than 0.5 microns penetrating and remaining in the lung. Prime symptom is
breathlessness; lung shadows show on X-ray. There is some evidence that inhaling this product (in dry powder form) is more likely to cause a sensitisation reaction in some persons compared to the general population. There is limited evidence that, skin contact with this product is more likely to cause a sensitisation reaction in some persons compared to the general population. Respiratory sensitisation may result in allergic/asthma like responses; from coughing and minor breathing difficulties to bronchitis with wheezing, gasping.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental effects
No data available for the product.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Refer to State/Territory Land Waste Management Authority.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Classification
Not classified.
UN No
Not applicable.
Toxic Packaging Group
Not applicable.
Hazchem
Not applicable.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
DG Class
None allocated
Hazchem Code
None allocated
Poisons Schedule
Not scheduled
Hazard Category
Toxic, Irritant
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Material Safety Data Sheets are updated frequently. Please ensure that you have a current copy. If clarification or further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate risk assessment can be made, the user should contact Waterproofing Products Australia Pty. Ltd. Waterproofing Products Australia Pty. Ltd. makes no representation as to the completeness and accuracy of the data contained in this data sheet. It is the user’s obligation to evaluate and use this product safely, and to comply with all relevant Federal, State and Local Government laws and regulations. Waterproofing Products Australia Pty. Ltd. shall not be responsible for loss, damage or injury resulting from reliance upon or failure to adhere to any recommendation or information contained herein, from abnormal use of the material, or any hazard inherent in the nature of the material.