Material identification and Use |
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| Chemical Name | Industrial grating made of fibreglass reinforced polyester |
| Common Name | Glass Reinforced Plastic GRP / FRP |
| Company Identification | Fibograte, Fibomarine, Fibotrench, Fibosection, Fibotread |
| Application | Walkways, trench covers, platforms, structural flooring, stair treads |
Hazard Identification |
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| Acute Effect | None by contact, dust produced by cutting or grinding can penetrate the pores of the skin causing itching. Avoid breathing dust. |
| Routes of entry | Skin contact or inhalation of dust whilst cutting. |
| Medical Note | People who have a condition that could be aggravated by dust should avoid cutting or grinding. Use a suitable mask or respiratory system |
| First aid procedure | Operative should be removed from the area and shower with soap and water to remove. If eyes are affected flush immediately with sterile eye wash solution |
Chemical Data |
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| Appearance | Solid flat panels with grid pattern or with additional solid plate bonded. Standard colours are RAL 7047 OR RAL 6010 Sharp edges or grit applied to top surface. Nil odours. Not soluble in water. Specific gravity 1.6 |
Fire fighting Measures |
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| Product will eventually burn if in direct contact with fire. All products conform to British Standards for fire tests on building and structural materials and achieve BS476:PART7:1997 Flash point none. Flammability limits nil Extinguishing media, water, foam, A,B OR C extinguishers. Black smoke, carbon particles. Use respirator. Self extinguishing | |
Waste Disposal |
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| Abide by local laws and procedures. Product is not considered a hazardous waste. | |
Handling and Cutting |
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| Wear masks and goggles when cutting or grinding. Cover all exposed parts of the body. Wear gloves when lifting or moving. If using a jigsaw use Bosch T301CHM otherwise use diamond cutting tools | |
Other Information |
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| For further details on installation, chemical resistance, and loading properties, please get in contact with us. | |
COSHH FAQs
GRP grating is not classified as hazardous under COSHH when used in its solid form. However, dust generated during cutting or grinding may cause skin irritation or respiratory discomfort, and appropriate control measures should be used.
Yes. When cutting or grinding GRP grating, suitable PPE should be worn, including gloves, eye protection, and a dust mask or respirator to prevent inhalation of fine particles.
GRP dust produced during cutting or grinding can penetrate the skin and cause itching or irritation. Washing exposed skin with soap and water after handling is recommended.
GRP grating products conform to relevant British Standards for fire testing and are self-extinguishing. In direct contact with fire, the material will burn and produce smoke, so appropriate fire-fighting measures should be used.
No. GRP grating is not classified as hazardous waste and should be disposed of in accordance with local waste management regulations.
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