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Precautions for the use of hydraulic fluid
- Avoid contact with the skin.
- Avoid the formation or spreading of oil mists in the atmosphere.
- The following fundamental health precautions must therefore be adopted:
• avoid spatters (suitable clothing, protective shields on machines);
• wash frequently with soap and water; do not use cleaning products or solvents that
irritate the skin or remove its natural protective oil;
• do not dry your hands using soiled or greasy rags;
• change your clothes if soaked and, in any case, at the end of the work shift;
• do not smoke or eat with greasy hands.
- Also adopt the following preventive and protective equipment:
• mineral oil resistant gloves with plush lining;
• goggles, in case of spatters;
• mineral oil resistant aprons;
• protective shields, in case of spatters.
Mineral oil: first aid indications
- Swallowing: go to Casualty with the characteristics of the type of oil swallowed.
- Inhalation: in case of exposure to strong concentration of vapours or mists, take the
affected person out into the open air and then to Casualty.
- Eyes: rinse with plenty of water and go to Casualty as soon as possible.
- Skin: wash with soap and water.
12. FIREFIGHTING MEANS USABLE
For guidance on the most suitable type of extinguisher, refer to the table below:
Dry materials Inflammable liquids Electrical equipment
Water YES NO NO
Foam YES YES NO
Powder YES* YES YES
CO2 YES* YES YES
YES* Use only if more appropriate extinguishers are not on hand or when the fire is small.
The indications given in this table are of a general nature and should be used as a
general guide. All the applications of each type of extinguisher must be obtained
from the relevant manufacturer.
WARNING
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