At sea emergency guide
Emergency schedule: 3-04
1 CLASS 3.1
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, FLASHPOINT BELOW -18°C Closed Cup., REACTIVE WITH WATER; CORROSIVE AND/OR TOXIC.
2 CLASS 3.2
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, FLASHPOINT BETWEEN -18°C AND 23°C Closed Cup., REACTIVE WITH WATER; CORROSIVE AND/OR TOXIC.
3 CLASS 3.3
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, FLASHPOINT BETWEEN 23°C AND 61°C Closed Cup., REACTIVE WITH WATER; CORROSIVE AND/OR TOXIC.
Emergency procedures
Action
Avoid all sources of ignition (e.g. naked lights, unprotected light bulbs, electric handtools).
Turn ship off-wind.
Spillage on deck
Use of water on substance may cause violent reaction. Collect spillage, where practicable, using absorbent material and dispose of overboard in a safe manner. Wash remainder overboard with copious quantities of water.
Spillage under deck
Provide adequate ventilation. Collect spillage, where practicable, using absorbent material, for safe disposal.
Fire on deck
Use dry chemical. If possible remove receptacles likely to be involved.
Fire under deck
Batten down; use ship's fixed fire-fighting installation (not water). Otherwise adopt action as for "On deck".
Special equipment to be carried
Protective clothing (gloves, boots, coveralls, headgear).
Self-contained breathing apparatus.
Dry chemical.
