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WARNING

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CHEMICAL AGENT RESISTANT COATING (CARC) PAINT

CARC paint contains isocyanate, a constituent that can cause respiratory effects during and after

the application of the material. During the application of CARC paint, coughing, shortness of breath,

pain on respiration, increased sputum, and chest tightness may occur. CARC paint also produces

itching and reddening of the skin, a burning sensation of the throat and nose, and watering of the

eyes.

An allergic reaction may occur after initial exposure (ranging from a few days to a few months later),

producing asthmatic symptoms including coughing, wheezing, tightness in the chest, or shortness

of breath.

The following precautions must be observed to ensure the safety of personnel when CARC paint is

applied.

For brush/roller painting in confined spaces, an airline respirator is required, unless an air sam-

pling shows exposure to be below standards. If the air sampling is below standards, either

chemical cartridge or airline respirators are required.

Spot painters applying CARC paint by brush or roller must wear clothing and gloves affording

full coverage.

Do not use water, alcohol, or amine based solvents to thin or remove CARC paints. Use of these

solvents with CARC paints can produce chemical reactions resulting in nausea, disease, burns,

or severe illness to personnel.

Do not use paint solvents to remove paint/coating from your skin.

Mix paint/coating in a well ventilated mixing room or spraying area away from open flames. Per-

sonnel mixing paint/coating should wear eye protection.

Use paint/coating with adequate ventilation.

Personnel grinding or sanding on painted equipment should use high efficiency air purifying

respirators.

Do not weld or cut CARC-coated metal because substances causing skin or respiratory irrita-

tion may be released. Before applying any heat, sand or grind the paint down to bare metal on

an area four inches to either side of where the heat is to be applied. Remove paint from the other

side of the metal, if it is painted.

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