Carbon dioxide in non-refillable gas cylinders

Remove victim to uncontaminated area wearing self-contained respiratory equipment. Keep victim warm and rested. Call a doctor. Attempt artificial respiration, if the victim stops breathing.

Symptoms: High concentrations of CO₂ may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms can include loss of mobility/ consciousness. Victim may not be aware of asphyxiation. Low concentrations of cause increased respiration and headache.

Spray any cold burns immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Cover with a sterile dressing. Consult a doctor.

Symptoms: cold burns

Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.

Ingestion is not considered a possible route of exposure.

Water spray or fog.

Do not use water jet to extinguish.

Exposure to fire may cause cylinder to burst/explode.

Adopt firefighting measures to the surroundings of the fire. Cylinder may burst/explode if exposed to direct flame and thermal radiation by fire, respectively.

Attempt to stop gas release.

Attempt to stop gas release.

Only experienced and properly instructed persons should handle gases under pressure. The substance must be handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure and temperature. If in doubt, consult supplier. Ensure the complete gas system was (or is regularly) checked for leaks before use. Do not smoke while handling product. Refer to supplier's handling instructions. Do not allow backfeed into cylinder. Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to raise the pressure of a cylinder. Never attempt to refill an empty cylinder. Never attempt to transfer gases from one cylinder to another. Emerging gas will cause the cylinder to freeze. Do not touch a discharging or recently discharged cylinder with bare hands. Do not use cylinder as roller or support, or for any other purpose than to contain the gas as supplied. Do not subject cylinder to mechanical shocks which may cause damage to their integrity.

Keep out of reach of children. Store cylinder in a well-ventilated place at less than 50°C. Store cylinder in a location free from risk of fire and away from sources of heat and ignition. Periodically check cylinder for general conditions and leakage. Do not store cylinder in conditions likely to encourage corrosion. Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of gas cylinders.

The substance must be handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.

Do not smoke while handling product. Store cylinder in a location free from risk of fire and away from sources of heat and ignition. Never use direct flame or electrical heating devices to raise the pressure of a cylinder.

Ensure adequate air ventilation. Provide adequate general and local ventilation to ensure that defined occupational exposure limits are not exceeded. Systems under pressure should be regularly checked for leakages. Oxygen detectors should be used when asphyxiating gases may be released. Preferably use permanent leak tight connections.

Wear working gloves while handling gas cylinders. Guideline: EN 388 – Protective gloves against mechanical risks.

Wear eye protection with side shields. Guideline: EN 166 – Personal eye protection

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or positive pressure airline with mask are to be used in oxygen-deficient atmospheres. Guideline: EN 137 - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with full face mask.

Wear safety shoes while handling gas cylinders. Guideline: EN ISO 20345 – Personal protective equipment – Safety footwear.

For waste disposal see section 13.

Stable under normal conditions.

No reactivity hazard other than the effects described in sub-section below.

None.

None.

None. For additional information - see ISO 11114.

None.

Do not discharge into any place where its accumulation could be dangerous. May be vented to atmosphere in a well-ventilated place.

Dispose of emptied cylinders only.

Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated from the driver's compartment. Ensure the vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event of an accident or an emergency. Before transporting the gas cylinders: - Ensure there is adequate ventilation. - Ensure the gas cylinders are firmly secured.

Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated from the driver's compartment. Ensure the vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event of an accident or an emergency. Before transporting the gas cylinders: - Ensure there is adequate ventilation. - Ensure the gas cylinders are firmly secured.

Avoid transport on vehicles where the load space is not separated from the driver's compartment. Ensure the vehicle driver is aware of the potential hazards of the load and knows what to do in the event of an accident or an emergency. Before transporting the gas cylinders: - Ensure there is adequate ventilation. - Ensure the gas cylinders are firmly secured.