4.3-03
SUBSTANCES DANGEROUS WHEN WET, NON-COMBUSTIBLE.
Emergency procedures
Action
Avoid all sources of ignition (e.g. naked lights, unprotected light bulbs, electric handtools).
Spillage on deck
In dry conditions collect spillage and dispose of overboard in a safe manner; if wet wash overboard with copious quantities of water.
Spillage under deck
Provide adequate ventilation. Keep dry.
Collect spillage, where practicable and dispose of overboard in a safe manner.
Fire on deck
If possible remove receptacles likely to be involved.
Fire under deck
Batten down; use ship's fixed fire-fighting installation (not water).
Special equipment to be carried
Protective gloves and goggles.
Remarks by UN no.
FERROSILICON (UN No. 1408), with 30% or more but less than 90% silicon.
LITHIUM FERROSILICON (UN No. 2830).
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when dealing with SPILLAGE or FIRE.