Laboratory Chemical Handling Manual
Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
Intent
Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
1.Intent
This laboratory technique describes the processes for use, storage, spill resolution and
disposal for mineral turpentine. The technique also provides information on fire, explosion and
hazards as well as first aid treatment.
2. Product description
Mineral turpentine is a Class 3: Flammable Liquid and has damaging properties as follows:
Mineral turpentine toxicity information
Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause irritation to
eyes, nose and throat due to exposure to vapour, mists or fumes. Vapours
may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Harmful: may cause lung damage if
swallowed.
Ingestion
Aspiration hazard if swallowed – harmful or fatal if liquid is aspirated into
lungs.
Skin
Causes skin irritation. May be a potential risk of skin cancer from prolonged
or repeated skin contact with this product in the absence of good personal
hygiene. Occasional skin contact with this product is not expected to have
serious effects, but good personal hygiene should be practiced and repeated
skin contact avoided. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or
cracking.
This product can also be expected to produce skin irritation upon prolonged
or repeated skin contact.
Eye
Causes eye irritation. Airborne exposure can result in eye irritation.
Chronic Effects
This particular product has not been tested for carcinogenic activity,
however, suggested to be cautious in light of the findings with other distillate
streams.
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Laboratory Chemical Handling Manual
Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
Intent
Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
3. Use of mineral turpentine
3.1 Mandatory PPE
When handling mineral turpentine, utilise the following mandatory PPE:
• Long-sleeved 100% cotton shirt and full-length 100% cotton trousers. For additional
protection, a knee-length 100% cotton laboratory coat (with long sleeves which clip at
the wrist) can also be worn.
• Nitrile or super nitrile gloves.
• Eye protection: either safety glasses, spectacles, goggles or face shield (complying
with AS 1337).
• Enclosed safety shoes (complying with AS 2210).
Figure 1: Person wearing appropriate PPE
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3.2Precautions
When handling mineral turpentine:
• It is advisable to apply a barrier cream to the hands prior to use.
• Always have at least one other person present in the laboratory.
• Keep containers closed and in an upright position when not in use.
• Keep containers away from sources of heat (including hot plates, Bunsen burners,
ovens and sunlight) except when heating for testing purposes.
• Maintain a high level of personal hygiene when using mineral turpentine by always
washing hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities.
• It is advisable to apply a moisturiser after washing hands.
3.3Decanting
When decanting mineral turpentine, the following must be observed:
• Decanting must be carried out in a fume cupboard (do not inhale vapours).
• Decanted aliquots can be stored in small safety drums, wash bottles or reagent bottles.
Never return decanted aliquots to the supply container.
• Dispose of unused aliquots in an appropriate manner (see Section 6: Disposal).
• Before decanting from one metal container to another metal container, connect an
earthing strap between the containers or have one or both of the containers connected
to an earthing rod.
Video 1: Decanting
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3.4Labelling
Containers must be appropriately labelled.
Containers with a capacity larger than 500 mL:
Figure 2: Labelling on reagent container >500 mL
Labels on containers require the following information:
• Product and chemical name.
• Dangerous goods class (e.g. Class 3: Flammable Liquid).
• United Nations (UN 1300) Number.
• Ingredients and formulation details where relevant.
• Risk phrases.
• Safety phrases.
• First aid procedures.
• Emergency procedures.
• Details of manufacturer or importer.
• Reference to MSDS.
Wash bottles or reagent bottles with a capacity of 500 mL or smaller:
Labels on containers require the product and chemical name.
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Figure 3: Labelling on reagent bottle <500 mLO OP
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3.5 Carrying mineral turpentine
Mineral turpentine containers are to be transferred as follows:
• Wash bottles and flasks containing <1.5 L may be transferred by hand.
• Medium (2.5 L) containers must be transferred using a laboratory carrier.
• Containers with a mass of 20 kg or larger must be transferred using a trolley.
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Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
Intent
Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
4. Storage of mineral turpentine
To prevent injury to personnel, damage to equipment and to meet legislative storage
requirements, mineral turpentine is to be stored as follows:
4.1 Storage general
Mineral turpentine, being a flammable liquid is to be stored as follows:
• Monitor containers for deficiencies such as damage or leaks on a monthly basis.
• Store in an approved container with appropriate labelling.
• Store containers in an upright position. Drums in bulk storage may be stored
horizontally.
• Keep containers tightly closed when not in use and protected against physical damage.
• Never store with food, beverages or food packaging.
Mineral turpentine cannot be stored with any of the following substances:
Class
Definition
Chemicals included in this class
1
Explosives
–
2.1
Flammable Gases
Liquid Petroleum gas, Dymark Spray and Mark
Aerosol (paint), Hydrogen (compressed).
2.3
Toxic Gases
–
4.2
Spontaneously Combustible
Substances
Activated Charcoal.
5.1
Oxidising Agents
Ammonium Nitrate, Hydrogen Peroxide, Perchloric
Acid, Silver Nitrate, Potassium Permanganate,
Chromic Acid.
5.2
Organic Peroxides
–
6
Toxic Substances (Where toxic
substances are cyanides and
corrosives are acids)
Ammonium Oxalate, Mercuric Iodide, Phenol
crystals and solution, Barium Chloride (6.1),
D
Chloroform (6.1), Methyl Orange (6.1), Potassium LE
Chromate (6.1), Trichloroethylene (6.1).
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Class
Definition
Chemicals included in this class
7
Radioactive Substances
Americium/Berylium, Cesium.
9
Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
Lead (metal plate), Magnesium (tooling plate/slab).
4.2 Laboratory storage
• For quantities of 20 litres or less, store in a bunded, vented, flammable liquid storage
cabinet (complying with AS 1940).
• Storage cabinets must be located away from sources of heat such as hot plates,
Bunsen burners, ovens and sunlight.
• Have appropriate fire extinguishers near any storage area. Suitable extinguishers
include carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam.
4.3 Bulk storage
• For bulk storage, e.g. 200 litre drums, store in a secure, well ventilated, bunded storage
area.
• Have appropriate fire extinguishers in and near any bulk storage area. Suitable
extinguishers include carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam.
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Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
Intent
Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
5. Spill resolution
Spills or leaks of mineral turpentine must be cleaned up immediately.
5.1 Mandatory PPE
• Long-sleeved 100% cotton shirt and full-length 100% cotton trousers. For additional
protection, a knee-length 100% cotton laboratory coat (with long sleeves which clip at
the wrist) can also be worn.
• Respiratory Equipment e.g. Half-Face Filter Respirator Class A1P2 (complying with
AS/NZS 1715) for spills in excess of 1 litre.
• Nitrile or super nitrile gloves.
• Eye protection: either safety glasses, spectacles, goggles or face shields (complying
with AS 1337).
• Enclosed safety shoes (complying with AS 2210).
5.2 Immediate action
• Stop any leak if safe to do so.
• Evacuate all unnecessary personnel.
• Turn off all sources of heat.
• Keep combustible materials away from the immediate area of the spill.
• Turn off air conditioning (if possible).
• Open windows and doors to increase ventilation (if possible).
• Use a water spray to prevent vapours from entering the atmosphere.
• Inform the local authority or Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) if contamination of
sewers or waterways occurs.
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5.3 Clean up
• Cover the spill with absorbent material such as Chemsorb, Bentonite or Vermiculite
until all fluid has been absorbed.
• Place the contaminated absorbent material in a closed fume cupboard free from
any heat source and allow the mineral turpentine to evaporate using the air from the
exhaust system.
• Once the contaminated absorbent material is dry, place it into a plastic bag and seal
with a cable tie for subsequent disposal (see Section 6: Disposal).
• Ventilate the spill site to evaporate any remaining liquid and dispel vapours.
Video 2: Spill procedures
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Laboratory Chemical Handling Manual
Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
Intent
Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
6.Disposal
6.1Pre-Treatment
• Empty mineral turpentine containers (including 200 L drums) should be thoroughly
washed out with water. The washings are to be absorbed by an inert absorbent such as
Chemsorb, Bentonite or Vermiculite.
• Labels on empty supply containers must be removed or fully obliterated.
6.2 Disposal method
The containers and absorbent material can be disposed of as follows:
• Absorbent material contaminated by washings is placed in a closed fume cupboard
free from any heat source and the solvent is allowed to evaporate using the air from the
exhaust system, until the absorbent material is dry.
• Washed out supply drums can be recycled.
• Supply containers and degraded wash bottles must be placed in general waste.
• Contaminated dry absorbent material (in a sealed plastic bag) can be disposed of in
general waste.
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METHOD C303
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Description
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Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
7. Fire and explosion hazard information
In case of fire with mineral turpentine present:
• Suitable Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use foam, dry chemical or carbon
dioxide extinguisher or spray. Do not use water jet.
• Hazards from Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
• Fire/Explosion Hazards: Flammable liquid and vapour. Vapour may cause flash fire.
Vapours may accumulate in low or confined areas, travel a considerable distance to a
source of ignition and flashback. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.
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Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
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Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
First aid
Technical
8. First aid procedures
In case of exposure with mineral turpentine:
• Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If potentially dangerous
quantities of this material have been swallowed, SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION
IMMEDIATELY.
• Skin: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
• Eye: If in contact with the eye(s) hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously
with running water. Take care not to wash contaminated water into the non-affected
eye. Continue flushing for at least 15 minutes or until advised to stop by the Poisons
Information Centre or a doctor. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
• First Aid Facilities Required: Eye wash station, safety shower and normal washroom
facilities.
• Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically. For advice call the Poisons Information
Centre below.
Emergency contacts
• Poisons Information Centre: 131 126
• Australian Emergency Services: 000
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Laboratory Chemical Handling Manual
Safe Handling & Storage of Mineral Turpentine
METHOD C303
Intent
Description
Use
Storage
Spill
Disposal
Hazard
Technical
First aid
9. Technical information
Figure 5: Mineral Turpentine
Mineral turpentine chemical and physical information
Molecular Formula
-
Appearance
Clear/colourless liquid.
Melting Point
N/A
Boiling Point
149 °C to 191 °C
Solubility in Water
Insoluble.
Specific Gravity
0.81
Flash Point
36 °C
Stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
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Mineral turpentine chemical and physical information
Incompatible Materials
Reactive or incompatible with the following materials:
oxidizing materials, acids and alkalis. Avoid extreme
temperatures, strong oxidizers, fire.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Hazardous Polymerisation
Will not occur.
Hazardous Reactions
Oxidising materials, acids and alkalis.
The following controls are used by TMR to minimise risks when handling mineral turpentine:
Current Transport and Main Roads controls
Engineering Controls / Ventilation
Fume Cupboard complying with AS 1807 and AS 2243.
Safe Work Procedures
As per this technique/MSDS.
First Aid Facilities
Eyewash station, safety shower and normal washroom
facilities.
Spill Procedures
Refer to Sections 5.2 and 5.3.
Waste Disposal Procedures
Refer to Section 6.2.
Fire/Explosion Hazard
Refer to Section 7.
Administrative Controls
Nil
PPE
Refer to Section 5.1.
Emergency Procedures
Phone 1800 638 556.
Training Provided
Assessed element of competency.
Previous Monitoring Results
Nil
Storage & Handling Requirements
Flammable Liquid Cabinet complying with AS 1940 and
bulk store complying with this technique.
Monitoring Required
No
Health Surveillance Required
No
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