Dry Rot Sensor Safety Information

Manufacturer
Fugenex, 28 John St, Kingston Square, Hull, East Yorkshire, HU2 8DU.

Uses
The dry rot sensor products are used in walls, timbers and plasterwork within buildings to indicate the presence of the dry rot fungus Serpula lacrymans. The dry rot sensors are installed by insertion in a small pre-drilled hole 7mm in diameter. For full performance details refer to instructions for installation and use. If any other use is considered please contact Fugenex Technical Services.

Composition
Selected and pre-conditioned hardwood components impregnated with myco-sensitive reagents.

Health Hazards
Consideration of the composition of this product indicates that in normal use it does not present a health hazard. The sensor has no known harmful effects.

Fire Hazards
It is prudent to take precautions against ignition, fire and smoke hazard. In fire situations beware of low visibility due to soot and avoid smoke inhalation. Smoke contains carbon monoxide and other gases, which may be injurious to health if inhaled. If smoke or fumes are inhaled seek fresh air and medical assistance immediately.

Storage, Handling and Use
The sensor is a combustible product when exposed to a direct flame of sufficient intensity and therefore should be handled accordingly. Precautions must be taken to minimise the hazards in storage, handling and use. Good practices suggest the following precautions:

Storage
Store in a location free from any ignition hazard such as open flames, cutting and welding torches, high surface temperatures, electric heaters and other forms of direct radiant heat.

Installation
Protective clothing particularly gloves and eye protection should be worn when drilling.

COSHH
Employers must ensure that there are measures in place that will control or limit the exposure of their employees to any substance hazardous to health. Occupational Exposure Standards (O.E.S.) for nuisance dusts, are detailed in Health and Safety Executive Guidance Note EH 40 (current issue). Further information on dust hazards may be obtained from EH 44/84 'Dust in the Workplace' - general principles of protection.

Disposal Precautions
Not classified as hazardous for disposal. No special measures required.