Safety Data Sheet Layout Guide
(according to GHS rev. 3)
SDS Section 5 Fire-fighting measures provides the requirements for fighting a fire caused by the substance or mixture,
or arising in its vicinity.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
[Provide information on the appropriate extinguishing media. In addition, indicate whether any extinguishing media are inappropriate for a particular situation involving the substance or mixture]
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
[Provide advice on specific hazards that may arise from the chemical, such as hazardous combustion products that form when the substance or mixture burns. For example:
(a) “may produce toxic fumes of carbon monoxide if burning”; or
(b)“produces oxides of sulphur and nitrogen on combustion”]
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
[Provide advice on any protective actions to be taken during fire fighting. For example:
“keep containers cool with water spray"]