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HEALTH AND SAFETY DATA SHEET
INCINERATOR AIR POLLUTION CONTROL (APC) RESIDUE
1. Identification of Substance
(a) SUBSTANCE : Incinerator air pollution control (APC) residue (sometimes referred to as Fly
Ash).
(b) PRODUCER: Veolia ES SELCHP Ltd, Landmann Way, LONDON SE14 5RS
Tel 020 7394 4770
2. Composition
APC residue is the product of the cleaning of flue gases from the incineration of municipal solid
waste at 900oC. It is a mixture of the fine products of combustion of domestic and commercial
wastes carried in the flue gases and the gas clean up materials, principally hydrated lime with a
small quantity of activated carbon. APC residue presents no biological hazard and the small
amounts of toxic organic materials (including dioxins) which it contains are not hazardous if
handled and disposed of in accordance with the following instructions.
3. Hazards Identification
Contact with APC residues may cause:- 1) Irritant Contact Dermatitis
2) Allergic Contact Dermatitis
3) Caustic burns, particularly in the presence of moisture.
Respirable dust inhaled over a long period can be hazardous to health. When respirable dust
contains silica the risks are increased. Extended periods of exposure to high concentrations of
such dust can be hazardous to health. Any dust created when APC residue is handled could
contain particles of a respirable size which may contain silica.
4. First Aid Measures
If exposure is severe obtain medical advice. Treat as if hydrated lime.
(a) Inhalation: Remove from exposure, to fresh air, irrigate nose and throat with clean water.
(b) Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected areas with soap and copious
water.
(c) Eye Contact: Immediately irrigate with copious amounts of water and seek medical attention,
(d) Ingestion: Remove from exposure, transport to fresh air and seek medical attention. Drink
copious amounts of water.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
None needed.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Protection
In the event of a spillage or leakage avoid breathing in the dust. Wear dust mask / respirator,
gloves and goggles as specified in Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection.
Environmental Measures
Prevent entry into drains and water courses. The release of reasonable amounts of dust into the
environment does not constitute a significant hazard. APC residue should be disposed of in
accordance with local authority requirements.
Method of Cleaning
Vacuum system with an appropriate filter. Water spraying to prevent airborne dust where
possible. Avoid dry sweeping which creates dust. Damp down surfaces.
7. Handling & Storage
The material should be handled and stored to minimise the creation of airborne dust. Engineering
control measures such as containment, enclosed silos or local exhaust ventilation should be
applied when airborne dust exposure levels are approached.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection (EH40 Current Edition)
Occupation Exposure Limits:- OES (8hr TWA)
MEL (8hr TWA)
Total Inhalable Dust
5 mg/m3
Respirable Dust
4 mg/m3
Respirable Silica
0.3 mg/m3
Engineering Control Measures.. as per section 7, Handling and Storage.
Personal Protection: Respiratory protection to HSE approved standard.
Hand protection: rubber or fabric/composite gloves.
Eye protection to HSE approved standard for dust goggles.
Skin protection: long sleeved overalls.
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