Material Safety Data Sheet of Oxygen

Identification
Product Name: Oxygen (Gaseous)
Chemical formula: O₂

Stability
Stable. Supports combustion. Incompatible with organic materials, phosphorus and many powdered metals.

Toxicology
Inhalation of high doses of oxygen may lead to hyperoxia.

Hazards Identification

• May cause breathing problem.
  
  
• Can cause central nervous system depression.
  
  
• May cause lung damage and throat soreness.
  
  
• May cause coughing and chest pain.
  
  
• High concentrations of oxygen causes cramps, dizziness, nausea, ambylopia, hypothermia, respiration difficulties, and convulsions capable of leading to death.

First Aid Measures

• Never use oil into the eyes without medical advice.
  
  
• Remove contaminated clothing
  
  
• Flush affected areas with lukewarm water.
  
  
• If irritation continues, seek medical advise.
  
  
• Wear protective clothing in recuing victims.
  
  
• Remove victim from affected are and allow him to inhale fresh air, as soon as possible.
  
  
• Keep person warm and at rest.

Fire Fighting Measures

• Wear self-contained breathing musk and PPE.
  
  
• Wear protective gear.
  
  
• Cool fire exposed containers using water spray.
  
  
• Remove containers from affected area.
  
  
• Stop the flow of oxygen which is supporting the fire.

Accidental Release Measures

• Move away from the area
  
  
• Proper air ventilation should be ensured
  
  
• Remove ignition sources
  
  
• Stop release
  
  
• Do not enter basements and workpits where its accumulation is hazardous.

Handling & Storage Handling

• Protect cylinders against physical damage.
  
  
• Ensure adequate ventilation.
  
  
• Avoid inhalation
  
  
• Do not work on a pressurized system.
  
  
• If there is a leak, close the upstream valve.
  
  
• Use storage containers suitable for storage and distribution of Gaseous Oxygen.
  
  
• Store in cool, dry palce.
  
  
• Preferable store in fireproof area.
  
  
• Store away from heat and flammable sources.
  
  
• Store away from direct sunlight.
  
  
• Do not store oxygen cylinders near elevators, corridors or loading docks.
  
  
• Do not drag, slide or roll oxygen cylinders.
  
  
• Do not drop cylinders or allow them to strike each other.
  
  
• Do not heat cylinder.
  
  
• Do not use oils or grease.
  
  
• Close main cylinder valve after use.