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663 HAZWOPER for General Site Workers IV
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Sections of the GHS Safety Data Sheet

4. First-Aid Measures

This section describes the initial care that should be given by untrained responders to an individual who has been exposed to the chemical. The required information consists of:

  • Description of necessary measures, subdivided according to the different routes of exposure, i.e., inhalation, skin and eye contact, and ingestion.
  • Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed.
  • Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

  • Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media.
  • Specific hazards arising from the chemical (e.g., nature of any hazardous combustion products).
  • Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

5-4. What describes the information provided in SDS Section 4, First-aid Measures?