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SUBSTANCE DETAILS
NAME OF SUBSTANCE BEING ASSESSED INDUSTRIAL & GASKET SILICONE /
EQUIVALENT

Hazard: Flammable. May be FATAL if swallowed (aspiration risk) *IF SWALLOWED:

IMMEDIATELY CALL A POISON CENTRE OR DOCTOR* Irritating to eyes and skin. Prolonged exposure
could be harmful.
Conclusions and Control Actions for use: Practice good hygiene. Wear suitable PPE and RPE.
Use in well ventilated area and wear suitable RPE. No Smoking. Keep out of reach of children.
Do not breathe fumes. Avoid contact with skin & eyes. Refer to control actions below. DO NOT
SWALLOW. Should be disposed of in accordance with regulations under the Waste Regulations

Physical form: Liquid - colourless

Chemical properties: Hydrocarbon, C11-13, Isoalkanes, <2% Aromatics.
MANUFACTURER/SUPPLIER & TELEPHONE NUMBER Beal UK Ltd
IF SPECIFIC
8888
WHAT IS THE SUBSTANCE USED FOR
Sealing Gasket joints
HOW IS IT USED/APPLIED
Brush of applicator
WHO IS AFFECTED BY ITS USE
Operators

Tel No. 00 44 113 253

IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SUBSTANCE

Tick YES or NO as appropriate using this symbol

HARMFUL

YES

NO

IRRITANT

YES

NO

FLAMMABL
E

OXIDISING

CORROSIVE

YES

YES

YES

NO

WHO IS EXPOSED TO THE SUBSTANCE

appropriate using this symbol

SUBSTANCE QUANTITY USED

Small

DURATION OF USE/EXPOSURE

Up 1
hour

WHO IS EXPOSED (ALL)

NO

NO

TOXIC

YES

EXPLOSIVE

NO

YES

NO

Tick as

Mediu
m

Large

Very
Large

1 hour
to 2
hours

2 hour
to 4
hours

Over 4
hours

Comment

Operators and disposal personnel.

EXPOSURE ROUTE
IS THE SUBSTANCE:

YES

NO

HAZARDOUS BY INHALATION
HAZARDOUS BY ABSORPTION

IS THE SUBSTANCE:

YES

HAZARDOUS BY INGESTION

HAZARDOUS BY INJECTION/PUNCTURE/OPEN
WOUND
A HAZARD TO THE SKIN

SUBSTANCE RISK RATING

A HAZARD TO THE EYES

SEVERITY; 4 = Major (fatality) 3= Hospitalised 2=Treatable injury 1 = No injury LIKELYHOOD:

Possible 2 = Remote chance 1 = Very unlikely

AS ASSESSED BEFORE
CONTROLS
Not acceptable

4= Certainty

3=

RESIDUAL AFTER
CONTROLS

Wear necessary PPE as

stated below. Good hygiene
required. Trained staff only.
Limited time usage.

Overall rating before control 1 is Low

6
16 is High
TICK THE PPE /RPE REQUIRED
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NO

Overall rating after control 1 is Low

16 is High

using this symbol

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EYES

YES

NO

FACE

YES

NO

EARS

YES

HANDS

NO

YES

NO

FEET &
LEGS

YES*

NO

HEAD

YES

INHALATIO
N

NO

YES

NO

BODY PROTECTION BY SUITABLE OVERALLS/ UNIFORM

YES/ NO State special
requirements e.g. acid proof.
RPE required if used in large quantities or poor ventilation or if liquid has been spilled in large
quantities Suitable PVC/ Nitrile gloves must be worn. Not to be used in confined spaces without
adequate RPE/PPE. *Chemical and oil resistant clothing is recommended if prolonged or repeated
contact is likely.
FIRST AID
Eyes: Remove Contact Lenses. Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes holding eyelids open. If
the affected area is damaged or irritation persists seek medical advice. See label.
Skin: Remove all contaminated clothing immediately unless stuck to skin. Wash with soap and water, keep
flushing until removed. Seek medical help should symptoms persist. If the affected area is damaged or
irritation persists seek medical advice.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring ones own safety whilst doing so to fresh air. Seek
medical advice.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice immediately and show COSHH Sheet or
container label. Wash mouth out with water. This product is very dangerous.

ADDITIONAL CONTROLS REQUIRED OR IN PLACE TO ELIMINATE OR MINIMISE RISK Tick

as required using

CONTROL
NEED
ACTIONS
ACTION BY
IDENTIFIE
NEEDED
D
Not if within
LOCAL EXHAUST VENTILATION (STATUTORY TESTED)

BETTER GENERAL VENTILATION

STRICT SAFE SYSTEMS OF WORK
STAFF ROTATION
OTHER HEALTH PRECAUTIONS
TRAINING

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workshop or
ventilated
area
In Confined
spaces
Yes
Not if small
use
Do not prolong
exposure

Trade
general
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Tick as required using

CONTROL
NEED
ACTIONS
IDENTIFIE
NEEDED
D
Is an emergency spillage procedure
no
required
Are spill kits necessary
no
Are drain mats required
no
In the event of fire special precautions
Yes Toxic
required
fume
Is emergency testing required
No
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YES

(simulation)
Are special disposal arrangements
requiredDo not dispose of into
waterways
Nature of Harmful Aspect: Should

In accord
with
regulations

Not stated as
hazardoius
waste.

be disposed of in accordance with regulations under the

Waste Regulations.

RECORD ANY OTHER PERTINENT MATTER: Combustion releases toxic fumes.

Effects may be felt immediately. Wash hands after handling.
OTHER INFORMATION
OPERATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS .
8 HR TWA
10 ppm (acetic acid)
15 ppm
15 MIN STEL
Handling and Storage: Store in a cool, between 5 and 25C in a well ventilated place away from sources
of ignition. Keep in closed container. Avoid Skin and eye contact and inhalation of vapours. Always wear
appropriate PPE & RPE. Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. Keep in original packaging
Spillage and Disposal: Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective clothing. Remove all
sources of ignition and ensure adequate ventilation. Soak up liquid spills with other absorbent material
and dispose of in accordance with waste regulations..
Fire:. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Wear self contained breathing
apparatus. Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses. In combustion emits
toxic fumes or carbon dioxide/monoxide.
Flash point: >61C
Extinguishers: Foam or Dry chemical or CO. depending on surrounding fire.

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