INFORMING THE PUBLIC
SECTION 1
Company Name: MKS Marmara Entegre Kimya San. A.Ş.
Adress: Ata Mh. Sanayi Cd. No:70 Gemlik- Bursa
In accordance with the "Regulation on Control of Major Accidents Hazards Involving Dangerous Substances and Mitigation of Their Effects", the dangerous substances in our organization were declared using the notification system of the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change and a safety report, which it is responsible for, was prepared.
MKS Marmara Entegre Kimya San. A.Ş is a chemical company established on an area of 105 decares in Çömlektepe, Gemlik District of Bursa, with a buildings area of approximately 17.000 m2. It started its activities in 1976. In 1979, the first formaldehyde and urea-formaldehyde plant was established. The second formaldehyde plant and the first pentaerythritol plant were put into operation in 1988, and the second pentaerythritol plant and sodium formate plant in 1996. Then, in 1997, the third formaldehyde plant and in 1998 the third pentaerythritol plant started operating. In 2004 and 2008, the fourth and fifth formaldehyde plants started operating.
Some chemical substances which are listed in Annex-1 Section 1 and 2 of “Regulation on Control of Major Accidents Hazards Involving Dangerous Substances” are used in our production areas and those chemical substances that may cause major accidents and their basic harmful properties are listed below.
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Hazardous Substance Name |
Physical, health and environmental damages |
Intervention Method |
Intervention Equipment |
Protective Equipment to be Used During the Intervention |
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Formaldehyde |
H301 – Toxic if swallowed. H311 – Toxic in contact with skin. H311 – Toxic in contact with skin. H314 – Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 – May cause an allergic skin reaction. H341 – Suspected of causing genetic defects H350 – May cause cancer H335 – May cause respiratory irritation. H371 – May cause damage to organs |
P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264: Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly with soap and water after handling. P270: Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P330: Rinse mouth. P333+P313: If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P403+P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container at hazardous and special waste collection center in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulations. |
Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray. Dry powder. Torn. Carbon dioxide. Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use pressurized water. In case of fire, dangerous decomposition substances; : Toxic fumes may be released. Firefighting measures : Evacuate area. Protection in case of fire : Do not attempt to respond without suitable protective equipment. Independent breathing apparatus. Complete protective clothing.
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Hand protection : Protective gloves. Standard EN 374 - Chemical protective gloves Eye protection : Safety glasses with edge protection. Standard EN 166 - Personal eye protection Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing. Chemical resistant apron. Chemical resistant safety shoes Respiratory protection : Wear respiratory protection. Gas mask with AxBx filter. Standard EN 14387 - Respiratory protective devices - Gas filters and combined filters - EN 136 |
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Acetaldehyde; ethanal |
H224 – Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. H351 – Suspected of causing cancer H319 – Causes serious eye irritation. H335 – May cause respiratory irritation. |
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P243: Take action to prevent static discharges. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. |
General Information It is a flammable liquid. In case of fire, full protective clothing including positive pressure breathing apparatus should be worn. It is flammable at temperatures above the flash point. Vapors are heavier than air and may pose a risk in floors and pits. Suitable Extinguishers In case of small fire; All kinds of fire extinguishers such as dry chemical powder, foam against alcohol, water spray, CO2 can be used. The water jet is not used. |
Eyes Use suitable safety glasses or face shield and a mask with cartridge A. Skin and hands Use rubber or PVC gloves. Avoid skin contact. Body Protection As the operator is provided with all kinds of protective equipment, it is recommended that the clothes be washed at the end of each working interval. Respiratory Protection Additional personal protective device: A respirator. |
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Methanol |
H225 – Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H301 – Toxic if swallowed. H311 – Toxic in contact with skin. H331 – Toxic if inhaled. H370 – Causes damage to organs. |
P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P403+P235: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool. |
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Synthetic fire extinguishing foam AR-FFF (3% solution), dry powder, CO2, water spray, sand Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use water jet. Water can dilute, cool or disperse the methanol, but it will not have an effect on the fire as it will not cool it at temperatures below its flash point. If water is used, fire may spread. Water-methanol mixtures containing more than 20% methanol are flammable. |
Eye/Face Protection: Wear safety glasses. It is recommended to use a face shield in accordance with EN 166 standard.
Hand protection : Protective gloves. Standard EN 374 Use protective gloves made of butyl rubber. (EN374). Body Protection: Wear chemical resistant, protective clothing. Protective equipment should be used in cases of respiratory exposure. It is appropriate to use positive pressure or air supplied, full face shield respirator. |
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Formic Acid |
H302 – Harmful if swallowed. H314 – Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H331 – Toxic if inhaled. EUH 071 – Corrosive to the respiratory tract. |
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264: Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly with soap and water after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P403+P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container at hazardous and special waste collection center in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulations. |
Suitable extinguishing media : Use extinguishing equipment suitable for surrounding fire. Alcohol resistant foam. Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Water spray. Torn. Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use pressurized water. |
Hand protection: Protective gloves. Butyl rubber gloves. Chloroprene rubber gloves. Standard EN 374 Protective gloves against chemicals.
Eye protection : Safety glasses with edge protection. Safety glasses are recommended when refilling is done. Face shield. Standard EN 166 - Personal eye protection.
Skin and body protection : Wear chemical resistant protective clothing (EN 14605). Chemical resistant apron. Chemical resistant safety shoes Respiratory protection : Wear respiratory protection. Recommended filter type: A. Standard EN 14387 Respiratory protection devices - Gas filters and combined filters - EN 136
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Phenol |
H301 + H311 + H331 – Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H314 – Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H341 – Suspected of causing genetic defects H373 – May cause damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> through prolonged or repeated exposure <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>. |
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P310: IF exposed or concerned: Immediately call a POISON CENTER (144) or doctor/physician. |
Suitable extinguishing media: Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder. Unsuitable extinguishing media: There is no restriction on extinguishing media for this substance/mixture. |
Personal protective equipment: Protective clothing should be chosen specifically for the workplace, depending on the concentration and amount of hazardous materials used. To protect against chemicals, resistances in protective clothing should be determined by each supplier. Hand protection: The gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of EC directive 89/686/EEC and the resulting standard EN374. Eye protection: Fully fitting safety glasses Skin and body protection: Wear suitable protective clothing. Chemical resistant apron. Chemical resistant safety shoes. Respiratory protection: Required when vapors/aerosols are generated. Recommended Filter type: Filter A-(P3) |
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Diesel |
H226 – Flammable liquid and vapour. H304 – May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. H351 – Suspected of causing cancer. H411 – Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. EUH 066 – Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. |
P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P243: Take action to prevent static discharges. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P331: Do NOT induce vomiting. P370+P378: In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide or dry powder to extinguish. P501: Dispose of contents/container at hazardous and special waste collection center in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulations. |
To extinguish the fire: Foam. CO2. Dry chemicals, sand, soil, water mist. Unsuitable extinguishers: Do not use water jet. |
Provide eyewash, safety shower. Provide adequate ventilation, including appropriate local exhaust, to ensure that established occupational exposure limits for the work are not exceeded. Appropriate respirator should be used when exposure to hydrocarbon vapors is likely. In case of prolonged or repeated skin contact, wear suitable protective gloves. The most suitable glove should be chosen in consultation with the glove distributor. The glove supplier will be able to provide information about the permeation/deterioration time of the glove material. Wear approved safety glasses. Immediately remove contaminated and non-waterproof clothing. In case of skin contamination, wash immediately. Do not eat, drink or smoke during use. Wash your hands after contact. Protective clothing should be worn. It is recommended to wear anti-static and flame-retardant protective clothing. |
In the case of a major industrial accident despite all the precautions taken, we apply the Internal Emergency Plan within the scope of the relevant regulation in order to make the first interventions to the related accident and to mitigate the possible effects. Within the scope of the Internal Emergency Plan we have prepared, we have formed the service groups (Fire Service Group, Health Services Group, Search and Rescue Service Group etc.)
SECTION 2
Our organization acts in accordance with the Regulation on Control of Major Accidents Hazards Involving Dangerous Substances and Mitigation of Their Effects at all stages from production to storage. In our organization, major accident scenarios that may result in fire and explosion due to methanol, acetaldehyde, formic acid and diesel chemicals; toxic release due to formaldehyde, methanol and formic acid chemicals; and environmental pollution due to diesel fuel have been studied. In Major Industrial accidents that may result in toxic release, exposure may result in eye, nose, throat irritation, shortness of breath, chest pain, pulmonary edema, and adverse effects on the eyes, skin, and respiratory system.
With all technical and organizational precautions listed below taken, the probability of occurrence of all major industrial accidents which have been put into scenarios, has been reduced below the acceptable level
Technical precautions
Organizational precautions.
Within the scope of the Internal Emergency Plan we have prepared, coordination with with emergency service units (Fire Brigade, AFAD, etc.) has ben ensured and all needed arrangements have been made for intervention of major accidents in the organization.
