Material Safety Data Sheet Euroroof Thermo-Adhesive Vapour Barrier
Sheet No: M021FR Revision: 1 Pages:
Issued: st
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1. Identification of the substrate/preparation and of the company/undertaking 1.1
Identification/Trade name: Euroroof Thermo-Adhesive Vapour Barrier
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Use of the substance/preparation: Bituminous vapour barrier membrane.
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Supplier: Alumasc Exterior Building Products Ltd White House Works, Bold Road, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4JG. United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400 Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401 E-mail: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk
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Telephone number in case of emergency: 01744 648400 (Mon – Fri 08.30-17.00 – Fri 08.30-16.00)
2. Hazards identification 2.1
Used normally, these products present no special health hazards other than skin burns; the risk of eye injury, if splashes of hot bitumen enter the eye; and cuts from metal foils. In the case of glass fibre felts, the glass fibre content is present as a carrier membrane which has been impregnated and coated with bitumen. Consequently, there is very little likelihood of exposure to glass fibre dust when the materials are used in accordance with recommended practice. However, damage to the felt could result in exposure of the glass fibre base whereupon operator exposure should be controlled to within the recommended occupational exposure standards.
3. Composition and information about the components 3.1
Euroroof Thermo-adhesive Vapour Barrier is a glass fibre reinforced, modified with special bitumen, vapour barrier with an aluminium core. Upper surface with an PE film an lower surface with an release foil. The OES for Asphalt, Petroleum Fumes (bitumen) are 5mg/m3 (8 hour TWA) and 10mg/m3 (15 minute reference period). Silica a present as a constituent of the sand and mineral slate surfaced finishes used. The MEL for total inhalable dust is 0.3mg/m3. Glass fibre is present as a reinforcing base encapsulated in bitumen. Exposure levels are likely to be very low in normal use. The MEL, 8 hour TWA, are 5mg/m3, for total inhalable dust, and 2 fibres/ml when determined by a HSC approved method.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
Material Safety Data Sheet Euroroof Thermo-Adhesive Vapour Barrier
Sheet No: M021FR Revision: 1 Pages:
Issued: st
1 Issue:
23/05/12 03/02/12
2 of 4
4. First-aid measures Remove all contaminated clothing and obtain first-aid treatment 4.1
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If discomfort persists seek medical attention.
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Eye Contact: Flood eyes with water or eye-wash solution for not less than 10 minutes, and obtain medical attention.
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Skin Contact: Cold Product: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Hot Product : Immediately immerse in or flush affected area with large amounts of cold water to dissipate heat. Cover the affected area with clean cotton sheeting or gauze and obtain prompt medical attention. No attempt should be made to remove material from the skin or to remove contaminated clothing, as damaged flesh can easily be torn.
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Ingestion: If swallowed rinse out mouth with water or milk, and obtain medical attention. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
5. Fire-fighting measures Roofing felts are combustible and once ignited will burn producing black smoke containing harmful products of combustion. Fires should be extinguished with foam or dry powder. Under no circumstances should a water jet be allowed to come in contact with molten bitumen as this will only spread the fire. 5.1
Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, CO2 or foam
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Extinguishing means to avoid: Water.
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Protection of Fire-fighters: Bitumen based roofing membranes are combustible and release dense black smoke when they burn. In the event of a fire, wear appropriate protective clothing.
6. Accidental release measures 6.1
Measures in case of accidental release: None
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
Material Safety Data Sheet Euroroof Thermo-Adhesive Vapour Barrier
Sheet No: M021FR Revision: 1 Pages:
Issued: st
1 Issue:
23/05/12 03/02/12
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7. Handling and storage 7.1
Store all products under cover and away from sources of heat and ignition. Refer also to product technical literature for any specific conditions.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1
The use of heavy duty gloves is recommended to protect against skin abrasion and burns through contact with hot bitumen or flame of gas torch during installation.
9. Physical and chemical properties 9.1
General information The intended use of this product is a membrane for roofs. Additional product information including details of physical characteristics and application is available in the product technical literature.
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Important health, safety and environmental information Description Colour Relative density Water solubility
Solid Black 950 - 1500 kg/m³ (@20°C) Insoluble in water
10. Stability and reactivity 10.1
No known hazard
11. Toxicological information 11.1
No known hazard
12. Ecological information 12.1
No known hazard
13. Disposal considerations 13.1
Dispose of in accordance with local authority and national regulations. Packaging should be similarly disposed of.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
Material Safety Data Sheet Euroroof Thermo-Adhesive Vapour Barrier
Sheet No: M021FR Revision: 1 Pages:
Issued: st
1 Issue:
23/05/12 03/02/12
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14. Transport information 14.1
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
15. Regulatory information 15.1 Not classified as dangerous for supply under the Chemicals (Hazard information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994.
16. Other information 16.1 Customers are urged to ensure that the product is entirely suitable for their own purpose. It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risks created by a work activity using this product is undertaken before the product is used.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk