Emerson ib-106-340cdr instruction manual Section IX. Special Precautions

SECTION IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING

General cleanliness should be followed.

The Toxicology data indicate that ceramic fiber should be handled with caution. The handling practices described in this MSDS must be strictly followed. In particular, when handling refractory ceramic fiber in any application, special cau- tion should be taken to avoid unnecessary cutting and tearing of the material to minimize generation of airborne dust.

It is recommended that full body clothing be worn to reduce the potential for skin irritation. Washable or disposable clothing may be used. Do not take unwashed work clothing home. Work clothes should be washed separately from other clothing. Rinse washing machine thoroughly after use. If clothing is to be laundered by someone else, inform launderer of proper procedure. Work clothes and street clothes should be kept separate to prevent contamination.

Product which has been in service at elevated temperatures (greater than 1800ºF/982ºC) may undergo partial conversion to cristobalite, a form of crystalline silica. This reaction occurs at the furnace lining hot face. As a consequence, this material becomes more friable; special caution must be taken to minimize generation of airborne dust. The amount of cristobalite present will depend on the temperature and length in service.

IARC has recently reviewed the animal, human, and other relevant experimental data on silica in order to critically evaluate and classify the cancer causing potential. Based on its review, IARC classified crystalline silica as a group 2A carcinogen (probable human carcinogen).

The OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL for cristobalite is 0.05 mg/m3 (respirable dust). The ACGIH threshold limit value (TLV) for cristobalite is 0.05 mg/m3 (respirable dust) (ACGIH 1991-92). Use NIOSH or MSHA approved equip- ment when airborne exposure limits may be exceeded. The minimum respiratory protection recommended for given air- borne fiber or cristobalite concentrations are:

If airborne fiber or cristobalite concentrations are not known, as minimum protection, use NIOSH/MSHA approved half face, air-purifying respirator with HEPA filter cartridges.