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                                                     Poison A or B
                            See "UN/NA Designation" for other
                            ID numbers.

            FIRST AID
            Nonspecific symptoms: Headache, weakness, other symptoms of exposure.
            First Aid for Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and keep warm and at rest. If breathing becomes difficult or if
              breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately. (Caution:
              Administration of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation may expose the first aid provider to chemical within the victim's
 *            lungs or vomit.) If available and necessary, administer amyl nitrite pearl in cloth one inch from mouth and nostrils
              for 15 seconds. Repeat 5 times at 15-second intervals. Use fresh pearl every 5 minutes until 3-4 have been used.
 *          First Aid for Skin and Eye Contact: Flush eyes immediately with water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting
              the eyelids. Remove all contaminated clothing. Wash affected body areas with large amounts of water. Get medical
              attention immediately. Administer amyl nitrite if necessary and available.
            First Aid for Ingestion: If victim is conscious, administer large quantities of water immediately and induce vomiting.
              Do not make an unconscious person vomit. Get medical attention immediately. Administer amyl nitrite if necessary
              and available for cyanide poisoning.

            FIRE RESPONSE
            Extinguishing Materials: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alcohol foam, water spray. Water may be ineffective but may
              be used to dilute spill to nonflammable mixture. Be cautious of possible water reaction.
            Extinguishing Techniques: Unusual toxic vapor hazard. Stay upwind. Avoid all bodily contact. Wear breathing
              apparatus and appropriate protective clothing. Wear full chemical protective suit'if contact with material or dense
              fumes/smoke anticipated. Move container from fire area if no risk. Do not extinguish burning cargo unless flow can
      )       be stopped safely. Be alert to the possibility that the container may tear or rupture and suddenly release massive
              amounts of product when exposed to high heat (over 8000F), such as from a direct flame. Use water from side and
              from safe distance to keep fire exposed containers cool. For massive fire in cargo area, use unmanned hose holder or


              monitor nozzles. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety device or discoloration of tank.
            SPILL RESPONSES
            General Information: Proceed with caution. Restrict access to area. Keep unprotected personnel upwind of spill area.
              Avoid contact with spilled product. Eliminate ignition sources. Prevent liquid from entering sewers and confined
              spaces. Protect sewers and waterways from contaminated runoff. Notify proper authorities, downstream sewer and
              water treatment operations, and other downstream users of potentially contaminated water. Note that intake of
              highly contaminated water may result in damage, rupture, or explosion of boilers or industrial process equipment.
              Use explosion-proof equipment where necessary. Choose equipment, where possible, that is not corroded or
              otherwise damaged by the spilled product. Take into account while planning the response that hydrocyanic acid is
              extremely volatile, toxic, and flammable when concentrated. Accumulations of heavy gas may persist in pits,
              hollows, and depressions.

            AIR SPILL
            TECHNIQUE
            EVACUATION . .. Evacuate local and downwind areas as conditions warrant to prevent exposure and to allow vapors
              or fumes to dissipate. Hydrocyanic acid spills may expose downwind areas to toxic or flammable concentrations over
              considerable distances in some cases.
                 CONSEQUENCE
                   Need to notify, organize, transport and house displaced persons.
                 MITIGA TION
                   Stop leak if without risk and if proper equipment available. Allow vapors and fumes to dissipate completely
                   before reentering spill area without special protective gear. Consult qualified experts for assistance.


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