Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME

WORMALD BCF FIRE EXTINGUISHER

NFPA

PRODUCT USE

Fire extinguisher for fires involving electricity, flammable liquids and gases; BCF
extinguishant expelled via nozzle applicator at fire source with discharge control at a
safe distance.

SYNONYMS

"halon fire extinguishant", C-Br-Cl-F2, "mobile extinguisher", "gas discharge
extinguisher"

Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CANADIAN WHMIS SYMBOLS

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

RISK

Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS

SWALLOWED

  Although ingestion is not thought to produce harmful effects, the material may still be damaging to the health of the individual following ingestion, especially where pre-  existing organ (e.g. liver, kidney) damage is evident. Present definitions of harmful or toxic substances are generally based on doses producing mortality (death) rather than those producing morbidity (disease, ill-health). Gastrointestinal tract discomfort may produce nausea and vomiting. In an occupational setting however, ingestion of insignificant quantities is not thought to be cause for concern.  Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments.  

EYE

  Although the material is not thought to be an irritant, direct contact with the eye may produce transient discomfort characterized by tearing or conjunctival redness (as with windburn).  

SKIN

  The material is not thought to produce adverse health effects or skin irritation following contact (as classified using animal models). Nevertheless, good hygiene practice requires that exposure be kept to a minimum and that suitable gloves be used in an occupational setting.  

INHALED

  Inhalation may produce health damage*.  The material is not thought to produce respiratory irritation (as classified using animal models). Nevertheless inhalation of the material, especially for prolonged periods, may produce respiratory discomfort and occasionally, distress.  

CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS

  Principal routes of exposure are usually by inhalation and skin contact/eye contact.  The gas is an asphyxiant. Exposure to high concentrations can cause  dizziness, nausea, vomiting, disorientation, confusion, inco-ordination, and  narcosis. Effects of very high concentrations are due to suffocation.  Exposure to high concentrations may produce cardiac arythmias or arrest due  to sensitisation of the heart due to adrenaline and nor-adrenaline. [CCINFO]  Inhalation of concentrations greater than 4% v/v may cause tingling of the  fingers and toes.             [Manufacturer]  WARNING:  Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling    contents can be harmful or fatal.