5.4 PCSR 10-24-1995 ITEM 5.4.
City of / MEMORANDUM
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River TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Gary Schmitz, Planning Assistant ag4# tA
DATE: October 24, 1995
SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit Request by
Richard Books, Public Hearing
Case No. CU 95-20
Request
Mr. Books is requesting a conditional use permit to operate a printing
business out of his home.
Location
20622 Elk Lake Road, Elk River, Minnesota
• Zoning/Land Use
Rla - Single Family Residential
LR - Low Density Residential
Attachments
• Material safety data sheet - developer
• Material safety data sheet - fixer
• October 16, 1995, memo from John Lichter, city environmental consultant
• September 26, 1995, memo to the Planning Commission
Background
At the September 26, 1995, Planning Commission meeting, the Commission
had several questions concerning the solutions used in Mr. Books' proposed
printing business in the lower level of his existing home located at 20622 Elk
Lake Road. The Commission was concerned with Mr. Books' disposal
methods and wanted to find out if the solutions used in the printing
operations were considered hazardous. The attached September 26 memo to
the Planning Commission explains the entire request in detail.
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13065 Orono Parkway • P.O. Box 490 • Elk River, MN 55330 • (612) 441-7420 • Fax: (612) 441-7425
Solutions
• Mr. Books has provided the city with material safety data sheets for both the
developer and fixer. Both of the materials can be safely sewered into the
city's Wastewater Treatment Plant, however, should not be disposed of in the
private septic system on site. Attached is a letter from the City
Environmental Consultant John Lichter addressing the issue. If this CUP is
approved, a disposal plan should be completed by the applicant to ensure
property disposal of material into the sanitary sewer system off-site.
One issue that has not been resolved is the disposal of the press wash and
spent rags. The city did not receive any information on this material. More
information has been requested from Mr. Books concerning the press wash.
Staff will update the Planning Commission on the press wash at the October
24, 1995, Planning Commission meeting. John Lichter, environmental
consultant, feels the business may require licensing as a hazardous waste
generator depending on the solvents used for the press wash and cleaning.
Recommendation
If the press wash is considered a hazardous material requiring the business
to be licensed as a hazardous waste generator, staff would recommend denial
of this conditional use permit. Section 900.25 "Home Occupations" of the Elk
• River City Code, prohibits home occupations which involve the use of
hazardous materials or activities. If the business needs to be licensed as a
hazardous waste generator, staff is of the opinion that this type of use should
take place in an industrial or commercial area rather than a residential
zoned parcel.
If the press wash is not considered hazardous and proper disposal methods
are available, staff would recommend approval of the CUP with the
conditions listed in the September 26 memo to the Planning Commission.
Staff would also recommend an additional condition requiring the applicant
to design a waste disposal plan to ensure proper disposal of the solutions.
The disposal plan should be provided to staff prior to the City Council
meeting.
It should be made clear that eventhough the applicant may provide a waste
disposal plan enforcement of this condition will be difficult at best. Given the
environmental concerns with this condition the applicants compliance with
this condition cannot be overemphasized.
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55411001
MI6- FUJI SGX—D 1 DEVELOPER ( 0 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SGX-D1 Super Grandex Developer
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CALL CHEMTREC (800)424-9300
SECTION 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name SGX-D1 Super Grandex Developer
• Product Code 55411001 MSDS Code 55411001 Product Size 10 liters
Distributor Manufacturer
Fuji Photo Film, U.S.A., Inc. Fuji Hunt Photographic Chemicals, Inc.
1285 Hamilton Parkway West 115 Century Road P.O. Box 988
Itasca, IL 60143 USA Paramus, N.J. 07653 USA
(708)773-7200
Prepared by Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. Revision Date 1/12/95 Issue date 3/20/95
SECTION 2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS Number Weight %
Water 7732-18-5 60-76
Potassium Tetraborate 20786-60-1 5-7
Sodium Sulfite 7757-83-7 5-7
Hydroquinone 123-31-9 5-7
Potassium Sulfite 10117-38-1 3-5
Potassium Hydroxide = - - 1310-58-3 3-5
5-Sulfosalicylic Acid 97-05-2 1-3
N-Butyldiethanolamine 102-79-4 1-3
Potassium Bromide 7758-02-3 1-3
• SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CALL CHEMTREC (800)424-9300
Material is a yellowish liquid.
May produce toxic gases in fire conditions or if mixed with acids.
Wear equipment to protect eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Dike or absorb spills to keep material and
run-off from entering sewer or waterways. Use water spray to cool containers and disperse vapors.
Asthmatics are said to be dangerously sensitive to even minute amounts of sulfites.
HMIS Rating Health 2 Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Protection C
NFPA Rating Health 2 Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Specific Hazards None
Hazard rating 0 = minimal 1= slight 2 = moderate 3 = serious 4 = severe
C = gloves, goggles and apron UN None ERG Guide 60
Potential Health Effects
Skin: Contact causes irritation. May cause allergic skin reactions.
Eyes:, Contact causes irrtiation. May cause permanent damage to the cornea.
Inhalation: Irritating to respiratory tract. May cause dizziness, headache and nausea. Asthmatics are
said to be dangerously sensitive to even minute amounts of sulfites.
Ingestion: Irritating to stomach. May cause vomiting and diarrhea. May have effects on the heart and
the lungs. Hydroquinone may have effects on reproduction.
Conditions aggravated by exposure Asthma. Skin sensitivity.
Carcinogenicity Are any ingredients listed as carcinogens? IARC? N NTP? N OSHA? N
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SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 1
• Eyes: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. See a medical doctor
immediately.
Skin: Flush skin with large amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing. See a
doctor if rash, redness or irritation develops.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If victim is having difficulty breathing, give oxygen if available. If
victim is not breathing, start CPR. Get immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth without emergency medical
instructions. Immediately seek medical attention. Call poison control center at
(202)625-3333. If victim is unconscious, trained personnel should start CPR.
Never give an unconscious person anything by mouth.
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point None
Upper Flammable Limit Not applicable Lower Flammable Limit Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature None
Extinguishing media
Choose media suitable for surrounding materials.:_No media restrictions based on knewledge_of mateLial.
Firefighting instructions
Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. Wear positive pressure demand breathing apparatus
and protect eyes and skin. Use water to cool fire-exposed containers, to protect personnel and to disperse
vapors and spills. Water runoff can damage the environment. Dike and collect water used to fight fire.
May produce toxic gases in fire conditions or if mixed with acids.
• SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering the spill area. Wear appropriate protective
clothing. See Exposure Controls section. Absorb spill with inert material, sweep up and hold in properly
labelled DOT container for disposal. Dike large spills to minimize the spill area. Material can cause
environmental damage. Prevent material from contaminating soil or entering sewer or bodies of water.
!SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid
breathing mist, dust, vapors or fumes. Harmful if swallowed.
Storage Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials listed in Section 10.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation Requirements:
Exhaust to satisfy the requirements of ASHRAE 62-1989. Ensure good mixing with fresh air supplied at a
minimum of 0.5 cfm/ft2
Personal Protective Equipment:
Use chemical splash goggles. Be certain eyewash is in the work area.
Wear neoprene, nitrile rubber or other chemical resistant gloves and apron or lab coat.
• Respiratory protection is generally not required. Refer to 29CFR 1910.134 for OSHA requirements.
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Exposure Guidelines:
Ingredient OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Water Not established Not established
Potassium Tetraborate Not established Not established
Sodium Sulfite Not established Not established
Hydroquinone 2 mg/m3 2 m9/m3
Potassium Sulfite Not established Not established
Potassium Hydroxide 2 mg/m3(c) 2 mg/m3 (c)
5-Sulfosalicylic Acid Not established Not established
N-Butyldiethanolamine Not established Not established
Potassium Bromide Not established Not established
TWA = time weighted average STEL= short term limit (c) = ceiling
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Yellowish liquid Odor: None
Boiling Point: approx. 100°C- Odor Threshold: • No-data
Specific Gravity: 1.25 Reactivity with Water: None
Vapor Pressure: approx. 15 mm Hg Melting Point: No data
Evaporation Rate: 1 (water=1) Freezing Point: No data
Percent Volatile: approx. 65 Percent VOC: approx. 11
Solubility in Water: Completely Vapor Density: No data
. pH: 12.0
Water-Oil Partition Coefficient: No data
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous polymerization will not occur if product is used and stored as directed.
Product is stable if used and stored as directed.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur dioxide.
Materials to avoid: Strong acids. Chlorine compounds. Oxidizers.
Conditions to avoid: Excessive heat.
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
—60• > 5000 mg/kg oral, rat
Acute Overexposure: Irritating by contact with skin and eyes. May cause corneal opacification.
Irritating to gastrointestinal tract by ingestion. May cause headache, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. Irritating to respiratory tract if inhaled. May cause
respiratory and pulmonary stimulation.
Chronic Overexposure: Chronic dermatitis. May have effects on the kidneys and liver causing
discolored urine. May cause muscle tremors, convulsions and delirium.
Hydroquinone shows limited evidence of carcinogenic activity in rats and
mice. Hydroquinone is a reproductive toxin.
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SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
IIIEcotoxicity Data None available.
Chemical Fate Data None available.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Discharging this material to the sewer may require a permit. Do not discharge to septic systems. Observe
all local, state and federal regulations when disposing of this material.
Material does not exhibit hazardous waste characteristics.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Component DOT Shipping Name: Not DOT regulated.
Hazard Class: None UN Number: None Packing Group: None
Kit DOT Shipping Name This is a single component product.
Hazard Class: None UN Number: None . Packing Group: None
Other Instructions: Product is labelled in accordance with U.S. 49CFR.
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Canadian SARA Clean Clean CAL
Ingredient TSCA List 311/312 Air Water Prop 65
Water Y N N N N N
• Potassium Tetraborate Y N Y N N N
Sodium Sulfite Y N Y N N N
Hydroquinone Y Y Y Y Y N
Potassium Sulfite Y N Y N N N
Potassium Hydroxide Y Y Y N N N
5-Sulfosalicylic Acid Y N Y N N N
N-Butyldiethanolamine Y N Y N N N
Potassium Bromide Y N Y N N N
All ingredients comply with EPA TSCA requirements.
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
This information is provided without warranty. The information is believed to be correct. This information
should be used to make an independent determination of the methods to safeguard workers and the
environment.
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55411002
FUJI SGX—F 1 FIXER ( 0 ) MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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mijSGX-F1 Super Grandex Fixer
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CALL CHEMTREC (800)424-9300
SECTION 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name SGX-F1 Super Grandex Fixer
• Product Code 55411002 MSDS Code 55411002 Product Size 10 liters
Distributor Manufacturer
Fuji Photo Film, U.S.A., Inc. Fuji Hunt Photographic Chemicals, Inc.
1285 Hamilton Parkway West 115 Century Road P.O. Box 988
Itasca, IL 60143 USA Paramus, N.J. 07653 USA
(708)773-7200
Prepared by Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc. Revision Date 1/12/95 Issue date 3/20/95
SECTION 2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS Number Weight %
Water 7732-18-5 39-61
Ammonium Thiosulfate 7783-18-8 23-33
Sodium Sulfite 7757-83-7 5-7
Sodium Acetate 127-09-3 5-7
Acetic Acid 64-19-7 3-5
Sodium Thiosulfate - • 7772-98-7 1-3
Aluminum Sulfate 10043-01-3 1-3
Sodium Borate 1303-96-4 1-3
• SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CALL CHEMTREC (800)424-9300
Material is a slightly yellow liquid.
May produce toxic gases in fire conditions or if mixed with household bleach.
Wear equipment to protect eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Dike or absorb spills to keep material and
run-off from entering sewer or waterways. Use water spray to cool containers and disperse vapors.
Asthmatics are said to be dangerously sensitive to even minute amounts of sulfites.
HMIS Rating Health 1 Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Protection C
NFPA Rating Health 1 Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Specific Hazards None
Hazard rating 0 = minimal 1= slight 2 = moderate 3 = serious 4 = severe
C = gloves, goggles and apron UN None ERG Guide 60
Potential Health Effects
Skin: Contact causes irritation. May cause darkening of the skin.
Eyes: Contact causes irritation.
Inhalation: Irritating to respiratory trac.. Asthmatics are said to be dangerously sensitive to even minute
amounts of sulfites.
Ingestion: Irritating to stomach. May cause vomiting and diarrhea. May have effects on the liver and
heart. May have effects on the blood and circulatory system.
Conditions aggravated by exposure Skin sensitivity. Asthma.
Carcinogenicity Are any ingredients listed as carcinogens? IARC? N NTP? N OSHA? N
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i SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. See a medical doctor
• immediately.
Skin: Flush skin with large amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing. See a
doctor if rash, redness or irritation develops.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If victim is having difficulty breathing, give oxygen if available. If
victim is not breathing, start CPR. Get immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth without emergency medical
instructions. Immediately seek medical attention. Call poison control center at
(202)625-3333. If victim is unconscious, trained personnel should start CPR.
Never give an unconscious person anything by mouth.
'SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point None
Upper Flammable Limit Not applicable Lower Flammable Limit Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature None
Extinguishing media
Choose media suitable for surrounding materials.--No media restrictions-based on knowledge of material.
Firefighting instructions
Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. Wear positive pressure demand breathing apparatus
and protect eyes and skin. Use water to cool fire-exposed containers, to protect personnel and to disperse
vapors and spills. Water runoff can damage the environment. Dike and collect water used to fight fire.
May produce toxic gases in fire conditions or if mixed with household bleach.
411 !SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering the spill area. Wear appropriate protective
clothing. See Exposure Controls section. Absorb spill with inert material, sweep up and hold in properly
labelled DOT container for disposal. Dike large spills to minimize the spill area. Material can cause
environmental damage. Prevent material from contaminating soil or entering sewer or bodies of water.
!SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid
breathing mist, dust, vapors or fumes. Harmful if swallowed.
Storage Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials listed in Section 10.
!SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation Requirements:
Exhaust to satisfy the requirements of ASHRAE 62-1989. Ensure good mixing with fresh air supplied at a
minimum of 0.5 cfm/ft2
Personal Protective Equipment:
Use chemical splash goggles. Be certain eyewash is in the work area.
Wear neoprene, nitrile or other chemical resistant gloves and apron or lab coat.
A respirator is not generally required. Refer to 29CFR 1910.134.
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Exposure Guidelines:
Ingredient OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Water Not established Not established
III Ammonium Thiosulfate Not established Not established
Sodium Sulfite Not established Not established
Sodium Acetate Not established Not established
Acetic Acid 10 ppm 10 ppm
Sodium Thiosulfate Not established Not established
Aluminum Sulfate Not established Not established
Sodium Borate 10 mg/m3 5 mg/m3
TWA =time weighted average STEL = short term limit (c) = ceiling
I SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Appearance:
Slightly yellow liquid Odor: Vinegar
Boiling Point: approx. 100°C Odor Threshold: No data-- —
Specific Gravity: 1.28 Reactivity with Water: None
Vapor Pressure: approx. 15 mm Hg Melting Point: No data
Evaporation Rate: 1 (water=1) Freezing Point: No data
Percent Volatile: approx. 45 Percent VOC: approx. 11
Solubility in Water: Completely Vapor Density: No data
IIIpH: 4.9
Water-Oil Partition Coefficient: No data
!SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY I
Hazardous polymerization will not occur if product is used and stored as directed.
Product is stable if used and stored as directed.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Ammonia. Sulfur dioxide.
Materials to avoid: Strong bases. Hypohalites. Bleach. Oxidizers.
Conditions to avoid: Excessive heat.
!SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION l
LD50: > 5000 mg/kg oral, rat
Acute Overexposure: Irritating by contact with skin and eyes. May cause blackening of the skin
and hyperkeratosis. Irritating to gastrointestinal tract. May cause vomiting
and diarrhea. Irritating to respiratory tract. May cause allergic type respiratory
reactions.
Chronic Overexposure: Chronic dermatitis. May cause central nervous system depression. May
cause hypertrophy of lymph nodes. May cause circulatory disturbances that
can lead to ischemic lesions on the heart and liver.
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1 SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION I
IIIEcotoxicity Data None available.
Chemical Fate Data None available.
(SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS i
Discharging this material to the sewer may require a permit. Do not discharge to septic systems. Observe
all local, state and federal regulations when disposing of this material.
Material does not exhibit hazardous waste characteristics.
!SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Component DOT Shipping Name: Not DOT regulated.
Hazard Class: None UN Number: None Packing Group: None
• Kit DOT Shipping Name . This is a single component product.
Hazard Class: None .UN Number: None . `_ _ Packing Group. None
Other Instructions: Product is labelled in accordance with U.S. 49CFR.
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Canadian SARA Clean Clean CAL
Ingredient TSCA List 311/312 Air Water Prop 65
Water Y N N N N N
• Ammonium Thiosulfate Y N Y Y Y Y
Sodium Sulfite Y N Y N N N
Sodium Acetate Y N Y Y N N
Acetic Acid • Y Y Y Y N N
Sodium Thiosulfate Y N Y N N N
Aluminum Sulfate Y N Y N Y N
Sodium Borate Y Y Y N N N
All ingredients comply with EPA TSCA requirements.
(SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION I
This information is provided without warranty. The information is believed to be correct. This information
should be used to make an independent determination of the methods to safeguard workers and the
environment.
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LIESCH
B.A.LIESCH ASSOCIATES,INC. 13400 15TH AVE. N. MINNEAPOLIS,MN 55441 612/559-1423 FAX:612/559-2202
MEMORANDUM
TO: GARY SCHMITZ, CITY OF ELK RIVER
FROM: JOHN LICHTER, B.A. LIESCH ASSOCIATES, INC.?-7DATE: OCTOBER 16, 1995
RE: REVIEW OF MSDS SHEETS FROM PROPOSED BOOKS PRINTING
OPERATION
Gary, I reviewed the MSDS sheets you forwarded for this proposed business. The
developer and fixer should not be discharged to septic systems but can be sewered. Both
• materials may require SARA Tier Two notifications if used in large quantities. No
information was included about press wash chemicals or spent rags. I believe the
business may require licensing as a hazardous waste generator depending on the solvents
used for press wash and cleaning.
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