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SDS<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong>Safety Data SheetHealth & Safety1. Identification of the substances / preparation <strong>and</strong> company<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong> 100 <strong>and</strong> 127<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong> 135<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong> Strips<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong> BattensSupplierBritish GypsumEast LeakeLoughboroughLeicestershireLE12 6HXTelephone 0844 800 1991Emailbgtechnical.enquiries@bpb.comRecommended uses: <strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong>, <strong>Cornice</strong>, Strips <strong>and</strong>Battens are used inside buildings as a decorative finishbetween walls <strong>and</strong> ceilings.This information reflects typical values <strong>and</strong> is not a productspecification.2. Hazards identificationTHE MOST IMPORTANT HAZARDS ARE:This products are not classified as dangerous accordingto CHIP.THE MOST IMPORTANT HAZARD IS:Dust from sawing or s<strong>and</strong>ing may irritate the respiratorysystem, skin <strong>and</strong> eyes.3. Composition / information on ingredientsGeneral composition for cove <strong>and</strong> cornice: Calciumsulphate dihydrate encased in paper liners, naturalconstituents may include minor amounts of quartz. Smallamounts of starch, foam <strong>and</strong> dispersants may be added.General composition for strips <strong>and</strong> battens: Calciumsulphate dihydrate with a glass fibre tissue immediatelybelow the surface of the board on both sides <strong>and</strong> a corereinforced with glass fibre rovings.4. First aid measuresEye contactSkin contactS26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinseimmediately with plenty of water <strong>and</strong> seekmedical advice..S28 - After contact with skin, washimmediately with plenty of soap <strong>and</strong> water.IngestionInhalationGeneral5. Fire fighting measuresS62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting:seek medical advice immediately <strong>and</strong> showthis document.S64 - If swallowed, rinse mouth with water(only if the person is conscious).S63 - In case of accident by inhalation,remove casualty to fresh air <strong>and</strong> keep at rest.Get medical attention if any symptomspersist.The products do not pose a fire hazard. However, somepackaging materials or facings may burn.Suitable extinguishing media – water, foam, carbon dioxideor dry powder.6. Accidental release measuresNot applicable.7. H<strong>and</strong>ling <strong>and</strong> storageUse – Minimise dust generation when sawing or s<strong>and</strong>ing inpoorly ventilated places. Avoid eye contact – see Section 8for recommended personal protective equipment <strong>and</strong>Section 3 for hazard identification.Manual h<strong>and</strong>ling – Lengths can be unwieldy, use anappropriate lifting technique. The weight of each lengthcan vary between products. For manual h<strong>and</strong>ling purposesassume a maximum weight of approx 1.4kg per linearmetre. Individual carton weights can be found in bothtables on page one.Mechanical h<strong>and</strong>ling – The dimensions of the pallet varydepending on the product size. To avoid potentiallyoverloading a lift truck, it is important that any effect onload centres is considered. The nominal weight of eachpalletised load is as follows:Product descrtiption Length Cartons per Weightmm pallet tonnes<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong> 100 3000 88 1.4<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong> 127 3000 63 1.2<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong> 127 3600 72 1.4<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cove</strong> 127 4200 63 1.4<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong> 135 3000 56 1.4<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong> Strips Individual carton weights can be found<strong>Gyproc</strong> <strong>Cornice</strong> Battens on page oneNBAll weights are approximate.1Safety Data Sheet – SDS-119-02
Health & Safety (continued)Storage – Store in dry conditions. To maintain stabilityplace pallets on firm level ground, ensure that stacks areboth level <strong>and</strong> vertical. Do not stack more than one lift high.8. Exposure control / personal protectionWorkplace Exposure Limit for cove <strong>and</strong> corniceSubstance Total inhalable RespirableCalcium Sulphate – –Hemihydrate 10mg/m 3 (8hr TWA) 4mg/m 3 8hr TWAQuartz (silica) – 0.1mg/m 3 (8hr TWA)NBWorkplace Exposure Limit for strips <strong>and</strong> battensSubstance Total inhalable RespirablePlaster 4mg/m 3 (8hr TWA) 10mg/m 3 (8hr TWA)Quartz (silica) – 0.3mg/m 3 (8hr TWA)Man Made Mineral 5mg/m 3 (8hr TWA) 15mg/m 3 (8hr TWA)FibresNBPersonal protectionRespiratorySkinEyeHSE guidance - control exposure to