When transferring or using a flammable liquid, all ignition sources should be eliminated from the area. Open flames or hot plates should NOT be used to directly heat flammable liquids. DO NOT use water to clean up flammable liquid spills. DO NOT dispose of flammable or combustible liquids in the sink or drain. B. Corrosivity Gases, liquids, and solids can exhibit the hazardous property of corrosivity.
Corrosive chemicals can burn, irritate, or destructively attack living tissue.
When inhaled or ingested, lung and stomach tissue are affected. Because corrosive solids dissolve rapidly in moisture on the skin and in the respiratory system, the effects of corrosive solids depend largely on the duration of contact. Information on corrosivity can be found in the Material Safety Data Sheet under Health Effects and First Aid. Storage Segregate acids from bases, and corrosive materials from both organic and flammable materials. Store corrosive materials near the floor to minimize the danger of falling from shelves.