Les Ateliers de Blicquy
SAFETY DATA SHEET
per European Directive
91/155/EEC
Rue du Couvent, 38
B7903 – BLICQUY
Tel: +32 (0) 69 66 96 90
Fax: +32 (0) 69 66 96 99
Page 1
Date: 15/01/09
Edition no. BBPE 01
Safety Manager: Arnaud Fréville
BLIC READY-TO-USE CONCRETE
1.
Identification of the product and of the company
Name of the product
Ready-to-use concrete
Trade Name
BLIC Ready-to-use Concrete
Manufacturer
LES ATELIERS DE BLICQUY
Address
Rue du Couvent, 38
7903 Blicquy
Tel.: 00 32 (0)69 66 96 90
Fax: 00 32 (0)69 66 96 99
Distributor
LES ATELIERS DE BLICQUY
Rue du Couvent, 38
7903 Blicquy
Tel.: 00 32 (0)69 66 96 90
Information in case of emergency
Safety Service
00 32 ()69 66 96 90
Anti-poison Centre (Belgium)
070/245 245
2.
Information on the ingredients
Dangerous ingredients
Portland Clinker
Cas No.: 65997-15-1
Danger symbol: Xi
R Phrases: 37-38-41-43
Additional indications
Indication of danger ‘irritant’ is applied
to the concrete mixed with water (alkaline
reaction)
3.
Identification of the dangers
Danger symbol:
Xi
Principal dangers for man and for the environment:
Concrete in the form of a powder or paste can cause a grave ocular lesion and an irritation of moist skin. In case of prolonged contact, concrete can
cause an irritation of the skin. In case of inhalation, concrete can cause an irritation of the respiratory system.
4.
First Aid Measures
Contact with the skin
Wash abundantly with water
Inhalation
Give fresh air. Possibly consult a specialist
Contact with eyes
Rinse immediately and abundantly with water while moving aside the eyelids
for several minutes. Consult a specialist.
Ingestion
Rinse the mouth abundantly with water: drink a lot of water. Do not cause to
Vomit. Consult a specialist.
Les Ateliers de Blicquy
Rue du Couvent, 38
B7903 – BLICQUY
Tel: +32 (0) 69 66 96 90
Fax: +32 (0) 69 66 96 99
SAFETY DATA SHEET
per European Directive
91/155/EEC
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Date: 15/01/09
Edition no. BBPE 01
Safety Manager: Arnaud Fréville
BLIC READY-TO-USE CONCRETE
5.
Measures to combat fires
Concrete is not flammable.
Method of extinguishing fires
6.
All firefighting methods are appropriate
Measures to take in case of accidental spills
Methods of cleaning up/recovery
Concrete powder cannot be gathered up and
recovered. After hardening, concrete can be
eliminated like other construction industry waste.
Concrete hardens in 5 to 6 hours after mixing with
water.
Individual precautions
Avoid contact with skin and eyes: in case of contact with eyes, rinse abundantly with
water while keeping the eyelids open for several minutes. Consult a specialist.
Handle with gloves. In case of flying dust, wear a device suitable for protecting
the eyes and respiratory tract.
Precautions for protection of the environment
7.
Avoid spilling concrete into surface water and into drains.
Handling and storage
Handling:
-
Prevention
-
Condition of storage
Store where children cannot reach it
8.
Avoid dispersion and inhalation of concrete dust: avoid contact with the skin and
eyes; protect from humidity. No risk of fire or explosion.
Store in a dry place in the original packaging; avoid contact with water
Control of exposure / individual protection
Measures of individual protection
Protection of respiratory tract: use of a protective mask against dust is
recommended when working in a dusty atmosphere.
Protection of the hands: avoid contact with skin; wear gloves
Protection of the eyes: avoid contact with the eyes; wear glasses
General measures of hygienic protection
Provide a source of fresh water to rinse the skin and eyes
Components and professional maximal readings to monitor
Dust: limits to be respected:
TLV – TWA: 10 mg/m3 – conc. Average max. over 8 hours
9.
Physical and chemical properties
Les Ateliers de Blicquy
Rue du Couvent, 38
B7903 – BLICQUY
Tel: +32 (0) 69 66 96 90
Fax: +32 (0) 69 66 96 99
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Date: 15/01/09
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Safety Manager: Arnaud Fréville
BLIC READY-TO-USE CONCRETE
Aspect
Powder
Colour
Grey or beige
Highlights
Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not applicable
Self-ignition
Not applicable
Explosion danger
Gaseous pressure
Weight/volume (dry)
+/- 1.9 kg/m3
Weight/volume (moist)
+/- 2.3 kg/m3
pH value
Aqueous solution between 11 and 13.5
Additional data
Alkaline reaction
10.
Stability and reactivity
The product is stable
Conditions to be avoided
Humidity. The product hardens in contact with water
Substances to be avoided
Acids
Dangerous products from decomposition
11. Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
None
By ingestion
Non toxic
By inhalation
Contact with the skin
Inhalation of the dust can cause irritation of the respiratory tract
The dust can irritate moist skin. Contact with fresh mortar can cause
Irritation of the skin
Contact with the eyes
Contact with the eyes can cause a grave ocular lesion
Ingestion
Swallowing dry concrete can irritate the mouth and stomach
Chronic toxicity
Inhalation of concrete dust during a prolonged period can cause
respiratory ailments.
Les Ateliers de Blicquy
SAFETY DATA SHEET
per European Directive
91/155/EEC
Rue du Couvent, 38
B7903 – BLICQUY
Tel: +32 (0) 69 66 96 90
Fax: +32 (0) 69 66 96 99
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Date: 15/01/09
Edition no. BBPE 01
Safety Manager: Arnaud Fréville
BLIC READY-TO-USE CONCRETE
12. Ecological information
Mobility – none
Accumulation – none
Ecotoxicity - none
Degradability - the elements constituting hardened concrete are definitively set and insoluble
Miscellaneous harmful effects: in case of accidental spills into water or in a humid milieu, concrete powder causes a slight increase of the
basicity of the water or of the humid milieu.
13. Considerations relating to disposal
The dry product remains ready for use. After hardening, the concrete can be disposed of like any other construction industry waste.
14. Information relating to transport
Not considered dangerous merchandise according to the transport regulations.
15. Regulatory information
Danger symbol Xi : the product is an irritant
R Phrases
R 37/38: irritant for the respiratory tract and the skin
R 41:
risk of grave ocular lesions
R 43:
can lead to heightened sensitivity by contact with the skin
S Phrases
S 2:
keep out of the reach of children
S 22:
do not inhale the dust
S 24/25: avoid contact with the skin and the eyes
S 26:
In case of contact with the eyes, wash immediately and abundantly with water and consult a specialist
S 37/39: Wear appropriate gloves and a device to protect the eyes and face
16. Other information
This sheet complements the technical data sheet of the product but does not replace it
The information which it contains is based on the state of our knowledge relating to cement at the date indicated. It is given in good faith.
The attention of users is drawn to the possible risks incurred when the product is used for other applications than those for which it was designed.
This sheet in no way exempts the user from knowing and applying all the laws governing his activity. On his sole responsibility he must take the
precautions linked to the use he is making of the product.