At sea emergency guide
Emergency schedule: 3-02
1 CLASS 3.1
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, FLASHPOINT BELOW -18 °C Closed Cup., TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE; MISCIBLE WITH WATER*
2 CLASS 3.2
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, FLASHPOINT FROM -18°C TO +23°C Closed Cup., TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE; MISCIBLE WITH WATER*
3 CLASS 3.3
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, FLASHPOINT FROM 23°C TO 61°C Closed Cup., TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE; MISCIBLE WITH WATER*
* Includes substances which are partially miscible with water and substances immiscible but reacting with water for which the use of foam may be ineffective.
Emergency procedures
Action
Avoid all sources of ignition (e.g. naked lights, unprotected light bulbs, electric handtools).
Turn ship off-wind.
Spillage on deck
Wash spillage 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 water spray or dry chemical. Do NOT use water jet or foam.
If possible remove receptacles likely to be involved or keep them cool with copious quantities of water.
Fire under deck
Batten down; use ship's fixed fire-fighting installation. Otherwise adopt action as for "On deck".
Special equipment to be carried
Protective clothing (gloves, boots, coveralls, headgear).
Self-contained breathing apparatus.
Spray nozzles.
Remarks by UN no.
HYDRAZINE, ANHYDROUS (UN No. 2029)
Possible self-ignition at ambient temperatures.
