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If fumes, aerosols or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area. Other measures are usually unnecessary.

If skin contact occurs: Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear. Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available). Seek medical attention in event of irritation.

If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water. Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes. Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention without delay; if pain persists or recurs seek medical attention. Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel.

If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration. Observe the patient carefully. Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious. Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can comfortably drink. Seek medical advice. For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.

Wear chemical protective gloves, e.g. PVC. Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using gloves, hands should be washed and dried thoroughly. Application of a non-perfumed moisturiser is recommended. Contaminated gloves should be replaced. Gloves are rated as: Excellent when breakthrough time > 480 min; Good when breakthrough time > 20 min; Fair when breakthrough time < 20 min; Poor when glove material degrades. Depending on the activity, gloves of varying thickness may be required: thinner gloves (down to 0.1 mm or less) for high manual dexterity but short duration protection; thicker gloves (up to 3 mm or more) for mechanical and chemical risks.

Chemical goggles. Full face shield may be required for supplementary but never for primary protection of eyes. Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and concentrate irritants. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be readily available. In case of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be removed at first signs of eye redness or irritation in a clean environment after thorough hand washing. [CDC NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59], [AS/NZS 1336 or national equivalent]

Wear trousers or overalls outside of boots when handling corrosive liquids to avoid spills entering boots. Overalls. PVC Apron. PVC protective suit may be required if exposure severe.