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OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazard Communication “Goals”
Employees must:
– Read labels and MSDSs
– Follow employer instructions and warnings
– Identify hazards before starting a job
– Participate in training
Chemical Hazards-2 Categories
Health
Hazards
Physical
Hazards
Health Hazards
Workplace solvents
(paints, thinners and
solvent degreasers) are
a common kind of
chemical that may be
either inhaled or
absorbed through the
skin and generally
affects the central
nervous system, liver
and kidneys.
Toxic-Toxic Chemicals (cont.)
Acids and
caustics are
examples of
irritant
chemicals.
It is important
to keep them
off your skin and
out of your eyes.
Carcinogens
So how do we control
exposures?
Primarily by remembering
the routes of entry.
You avoid inhaling
chemicals by using a
respirator if excessive
airborne exposure will be
present.
And by testing the air to
assess the exposure level.
Controlling Chemical Health Hazards
Compressed gases
Combustibles and Flammables
Ignition Source
Fuel
Explosives and Reactives
Precautions to
Acute: CAUSES SEVERE BURNS OF EYES AND SKIN WHICH MAY NOT BE IMMEDIATELY
PAINFUL OR VISIBLE. MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED.MAY CAUSE PNEUMONITIS
IF INHALED.
Chronic:REPEATED OR PROLONGED EXPOSURE MAY CAUSE LIGAMENT AND TENDON
take
CALCIFICATION.CAUSES BONE DISORDERS.
Avoid breathing dust or vapor.Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.When handling, wear goggles
Or face shield.Store in tightly closed container.Use only with adequate ventilation.Wash thoroughly after
(summarized
Handling.
FIRST AID:
IF CONTACTED:Immediately flush eyes and skin with plenty of water for at least 30 minutes,and skin
For at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.IMMEDIATE MEDICAL
or the
IF SWALLOWED:Give water or milk to dilute.Do not induce vomiting.CONSULT POISON CONROL
CENTER OR HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM.Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
Or convulsive person.
manufacturer’s
original label)
NFPA Labeling
Red - Flammability
Yellow - Reactivity
Chemical Apron
Respirator
Foot Protection
First Aid Summary
Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15-20
minutes.
Skin:
Flush with water for at least 15-20 minutes
(corrosive or solvent contact)
wash with soap and water (lead or inorganic
arsenic contact).
Inhalation: Move to fresh air
Ingestion: Get emergency medical assistance.