Health. |
Exposure limit(s) |
NIOSH REL: Ca TWA 0.001 mg Cr(VI)/m3 See Appendix A See
Appendix C OSHA PEL: C 0.1 mg CrO3/m3 [skin] See Appendix C IDLH Ca [15
mg/m3 {as Cr(VI)}] |
Carcinogin |
I-1, N-1, CP65 |
Poison_Class |
1 |
Exposure effects |
Ingestion |
See inhalation. |
Inhalation |
Symptoms: irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns;
drowsiness, muscle weakness; skin ulcers; lung changes; [Potential
occupational carcinogen] Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system,
central nervous system. |
Skin |
See inhalation. |
Eyes |
See inhalation. |
First aid |
|
Ingestion |
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not
give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head
down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for
advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave
individual unattended. |
Inhalation |
IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh
air. IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim
to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness
of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop. Provide
proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere.
Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be
used. |
Skin |
IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and
isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas
thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison
control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation)
develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment
after washing the affected areas. |
Eyes |
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush
victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes
while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not
put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without
specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim
after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or
irritation) develop. |