• Section 5 provides recommendations for fighting a fire caused by the chemical.
• Section 6 provides recommendations on the appropriate response to spills, leaks, or releases.

Section 5. Firefighting measures

This section provides recommendations for fighting a fire caused by the chemical. The required information consists of:

• Recommendations of suitable extinguishing equipment, and information about extinguishing equipment that is not appropriate for a particular situation.
• Advice on specific hazards that develop from the chemical during the fire, such as any hazardous combustion products created when the chemical burns.
• Recommendations on special protective equipment or precautions for firefighters.

Section 6. Accidental release measures

This section provides recommendations on the appropriate response to spills, leaks, or releases, including containment and cleanup practices to prevent or minimize exposure to people, properties, or the environment. It may also include recommendations distinguishing between responses for large and small spills where the spill volume has a significant impact on the hazard. The required information may consist of recommendations for:

• Use of personal precautions (such as removal of ignition sources or providing sufficient ventilation) and protective equipment to prevent the contamination of skin, eyes, and clothing.
• Emergency procedures, including instructions for evacuations, consulting experts when needed, and appropriate protective clothing.
• Methods and materials used for containment (e.g., covering the drains and capping procedures).
• Cleanup procedures (e.g., appropriate techniques for neutralization, decontamination, cleaning or vacuuming; adsorbent materials; and/or equipment required for containment/clean up).