EXPOSURE SCENARIO REPORT cms.helpdesk@ecoonline.

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ID#: 4870950 Assessment Owner: James Bruce Sheppard

Fax: Phone: +1 902 478-2614

Email: safetyofficer.gimi@vsl.golar.com Date Created: 06/01/2024 14:34:00

Assessment Reviewed 06/01/2024 Next Review 06/01/2027 14:34:00

Material Code: 400748 Tradename: METHANE (0.0001 - <4.4%) IN BALANCE AIR

Supplier Calgaz, division of Airgas USA

Supplier Phone: IMC:

Keyword Gas Frequency of use: Monthly

Approximately how much of the material is How many people are directly exposed?: 1
used by one person in one working day: 116 ltrs

Are any other people put at risk from No How are they exposed?: Direct connection to device via SBT and flexi connection
indirect exposure?: (Function Test / Calibration)- exposure on testing detector &
disconnection of piping
Are there any susceptible workers?: No Susceptible Categories:

Other info: Is this material being used outside of the No

normal temperature range?:
Additional work practices:

Existing Control measures: Fire Retardant Coveralls, Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, Basic Gloves, Safety Shoes

Exp Limit

Notes

Files Uploaded

File Name

Activities

Act No Method Area Exposure

1 Dispensing Outside 1/2 to 2 hours per shift
2 Connecting Outside 1/2 to 2 hours per shift

Work Area
Work Area Code Sub Area Code
MAINTENANCE

Safer Substitute Chosen Reason for leaving/swapping material

SUMMARY SHEET ID# 4870950 cms.helpdesk@ecoonline.com
FACILITY FLNG GIMI MAIN MAINTENANCE SUB IMC 400748

Health Hazards
Material/Process Considerations
Asphyxiant properties
METHANE (0.0001 - <4.4%) IN BALANCE AIR Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
May cause eye irritation
MEDIUM HAZARD

GAS

Supplier Calgaz, division of Airgas USA

Keyword Gas
Contents
Nitrogen: 74.7 - 79.0999%, Oxygen: 20.9%, Methane: 0.0001 - Signal Word Warning
4.4%
Exp Limit

Method Dispensing Area Outside Exposure 1/2 to 2 hours per shift Spillage
Large spillages – evacuate area – assess situation from a safe area
MEDIUM ACUTE RISK - FULL EXPOSURE LOW CHRONIC RISK - FULL EXPOSURE Ventilate area
Shut off at source
LOW ACUTE RISK - INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY LOW CHRONIC RISK Allow to dissipate
Control Measures If leakage or loss of containment can not be controlled evacuate area
Wear heavy duty impervious gloves
All spills to be handled by designated responders

First Aid
Inhalation - remove to fresh air; get immediate medical attention after significant exposure or if feeling ill
Eye - irrigate with water until irritation subsides; if irritation persists then consult a doctor
Skin - wash with soap/cleanser and rinse with water; if irritation persists then consult a doctor
AVOID SKIN IF OVEREXPOSURE IF CONTACT LIKELY PRESSURISED
CONTACT LIKELY
Fire
Isolated small scale fire:
Risk of explosion if involved in a fire
Shut off at source if safe to do so
Keep containers cool with water spray
Large fire: evacuate area, call fire brigade or follow site procedure

Activity Comments Date Printed 10/01/2024

Refer to Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 / DSEA Regulations for further
precautions.

Assessment Reviewed 06/01/2024 Next Review 06/01/2027 Latest SDS Reference 12/12/2017
WORKER REFERENCE SHEET ID# 4870950 cms.helpdesk@ecoonline.com
FACILITY FLNG GIMI MAIN MAINTENANCE SUB IMC 400748

Material/Process
MEDIUM HAZARD
METHANE (0.0001 - <4.4%) IN BALANCE AIR
GAS
Supplier Calgaz, division of Airgas USA
Keyword Gas
Signal Word Warning

Method Dispensing Area Outside Exposure 1/2 to 2 hours per shift Activity Comments

MEDIUM ACUTE RISK - FULL EXPOSURE LOW CHRONIC RISK - FULL EXPOSURE Refer to Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 / DSEA Regulations for further precautions.

LOW ACUTE RISK - INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY LOW CHRONIC RISK

Control Measures

AVOID SKIN IF OVEREXPOSURE IF CONTACT LIKELY PRESSURISED

CONTACT LIKELY

Health Hazards
Asphyxiant properties
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
May cause eye irritation

This assessment was compiled by Alcumus Sypol Limited from Date Printed 10/01/2024
supplier's safety data sheets where appropriate. Safety in the use of
assessments is the responsibility of the subscriber. For advice call
the helpdesk on 01296 678464

Assessment Reviewed 06/01/2024 Next Review 06/01/2027 Latest SDS Reference 12/12/2017
SUMMARY SHEET ID# 4870950 cms.helpdesk@ecoonline.com
FACILITY FLNG GIMI MAIN MAINTENANCE SUB IMC 400748

Health Hazards
Material/Process Considerations
Asphyxiant properties
METHANE (0.0001 - <4.4%) IN BALANCE AIR Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
May cause eye irritation
MEDIUM HAZARD

GAS

Supplier Calgaz, division of Airgas USA

Keyword Gas
Contents
Nitrogen: 74.7 - 79.0999%, Oxygen: 20.9%, Methane: 0.0001 - Signal Word Warning
4.4%
Exp Limit

Method Connecting Area Outside Exposure 1/2 to 2 hours per shift Spillage
Large spillages – evacuate area – assess situation from a safe area
MEDIUM ACUTE RISK - FULL EXPOSURE LOW CHRONIC RISK - FULL EXPOSURE Ventilate area
Shut off at source
MEDIUM ACUTE RISK - INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY LOW CHRONIC RISK Allow to dissipate
Control Measures If leakage or loss of containment can not be controlled evacuate area
Wear heavy duty impervious gloves
All spills to be handled by designated responders

First Aid
Inhalation - remove to fresh air; get immediate medical attention after significant exposure or if feeling ill
Eye - irrigate with water until irritation subsides; if irritation persists then consult a doctor
Skin - wash with soap/cleanser and rinse with water; if irritation persists then consult a doctor
AVOID SKIN IF OVEREXPOSURE IF CONTACT LIKELY
CONTACT LIKELY
Fire
Isolated small scale fire:
Risk of explosion if involved in a fire
Shut off at source if safe to do so
Keep containers cool with water spray
Large fire: evacuate area, call fire brigade or follow site procedure

Activity Comments Date Printed 10/01/2024

Refer to Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 / DSEA Regulations for further
precautions.

Assessment Reviewed 06/01/2024 Next Review 06/01/2027 Latest SDS Reference 12/12/2017
WORKER REFERENCE SHEET ID# 4870950 cms.helpdesk@ecoonline.com
FACILITY FLNG GIMI MAIN MAINTENANCE SUB IMC 400748

Material/Process
MEDIUM HAZARD
METHANE (0.0001 - <4.4%) IN BALANCE AIR
GAS
Supplier Calgaz, division of Airgas USA
Keyword Gas
Signal Word Warning

Method Connecting Area Outside Exposure 1/2 to 2 hours per shift Activity Comments

MEDIUM ACUTE RISK - FULL EXPOSURE LOW CHRONIC RISK - FULL EXPOSURE Refer to Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 / DSEA Regulations for further precautions.

MEDIUM ACUTE RISK - INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY LOW CHRONIC RISK

Control Measures

AVOID SKIN IF OVEREXPOSURE IF CONTACT LIKELY

CONTACT LIKELY

Health Hazards
Asphyxiant properties
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
May cause eye irritation

This assessment was compiled by Alcumus Sypol Limited from Date Printed 10/01/2024
supplier's safety data sheets where appropriate. Safety in the use of
assessments is the responsibility of the subscriber. For advice call
the helpdesk on 01296 678464

Assessment Reviewed 06/01/2024 Next Review 06/01/2027 Latest SDS Reference 12/12/2017
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REQUEST DETAILS #ID: 4870950 User making request James Bruce Sheppard

MATERIAL DETAILS Material Code: 400748 MEDIUM UNCONTROLLED ACUTE RISK

Tradename: METHANE (0.0001 - <4.4%) IN BALANCE AIR LOW UNCONTROLLED CHRONIC RISK

LOW CONTROLLED ACUTE/CHRONIC RISK

IMC Supplier Calgaz, division of Airgas USA

ACTIVITY DETAILS
Act No Method Area Exposure
1 Dispensing Outside 1/2 to 2 hours per shift
2 Connecting Outside 1/2 to 2 hours per shift

SCENARIO DETAILS Additional work practices:

Approximately how much of the material is How many people are

116 ltrs Frequency of use: Monthly 1
used by one person in one working day: directly exposed?:

Direct connection to
device via SBT and flexi
connection (Function
Are any other people put at risk from indirect cms.helpdesk@ecoonline.co
No Test / Calibration)-
exposure?: m exposure on testing
detector & disconnection
of piping
Are there any susceptible workers?: No Susceptible Categories:

Next Review 06/01/2027

Work Area Code Sub Area Code

MAINTENANCE

Other Information

Considerations Answer

Has the elimination or substitution of this material been considered? Yes

Have users been informed, instructed and trained in the use of the relevant risk control measures? Yes
Have all actions to be taken in the event of an emergency been considered? Yes