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Hazard Communication-”Right to Know”

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200

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Hazard Communication “Goals”

Right to Know chemical hazards

PPE

First aid

Labels

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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Close Encounters With Chemicals

We encounter chemicals almost every day.

– Filling your vehicle with gasoline.

– Cleaning the bathroom

– Applying pesticides or insecticides

– Using solvents or acids at work

Many chemicals can cause injury or illness if not handled properly.

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Right to Know

OSHA created the Hazard Communication Standard to help ensure your safety when working with hazardous chemicals.

You have a RIGHT TO KNOW about the hazardous chemicals you use on the job and how to work safely with those chemicals.

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Hazard Communication Standard

Chemical Manufacturers must:

– Determine a chemical’s hazards

– Provide labels and MSDSs

Employers must:

– Provide a Hazard Communication Program

– Maintain MSDSs

– Train on hazardous materials

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Employees must:

– Read labels and MSDSs

– Follow employer instructions and warnings

– Identify hazards before starting a job

– Participate in training

HazCom Standard (cont.)

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Chemical Hazards-2 Categories

Health Hazards

Physical Hazards

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Health Hazards

Health hazards fall into 5 main categories:

– Toxic

– Corrosive or irritating

– Carcinogenic

– Reproductive

– Sensitizing

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Toxic-Toxic Chemicals

Have an effect on one or more body organ or system.

This effect may be varied.

It may damage the lungs, stimulate or depress the nervous system, or damage other systems, such as the kidneys or liver.

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Toxic-Toxic Chemicals (cont.)

Often the effect of a toxic chemical occurs at a site in the body that is different from where it entered the body.

It may have been inhaled into the lungs but affect the liver.

It may be absorbed through the skin and affect the brain.

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Toxic-Toxic Chemicals (cont.)

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.

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Toxic-Toxic Chemicals (cont.)

The effect of a toxic chemical may develop immediately or may take months to years to develop.

Toxic effects are dependent on the dose – how much exposure you have over what period of time.

Often you can safely be exposed to low levels over a long time period.

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Toxic-Toxic Chemicals Route of Entry

Toxic exposures also depend on the route of entry.

This is the way the chemical gets into the body and some ways are more efficient than others.

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In comparing the different routes of entry:

INHALATION of a chemical via the lungs, can take a chemical directly to the blood stream, as can an open cut or rash.

ABSORPTION & INGESTION through the skin and gastrointestinal system are generally slower and less effective routes of entry.

The eyes aren’t a very effective route of entry, but are very sensitive to many chemicals. PROTECT YOUR EYES!

Toxic-Toxic Chemicals Route of Entry

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Irritating or Corrosive

Irritating or corrosive chemicals are very different than toxic chemicals.

And in many ways much simpler.

They have essentially one effect, which is to irritate body tissues that they come into contact with.

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Irritating or corrosive chemicals affect the tissues at the site they contact and are not transported through the body to cause effects at other sites.

And the effect is generally immediate, or very nearly.

Irritating or Corrosive (cont.)

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Acids and caustics are examples of irritant chemicals.

It is important to keep them off your skin and out of your eyes.

Irritating or Corrosive (cont.)

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Carcinogens

Carcinogens are chemicals that cause cancer.

In many ways they act like toxic chemicals, exerting their effect on various body organs and systems and having an effect that is often long-term (occurring over a period of years).

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Carcinogens are different than toxic chemicals in that their effect is less dependent on dose.

Even a one-time exposure to some carcinogens can cause cancer years later.

So preventing contact and exposure is especially important.

Asbestos and lead are examples of carcinogens found in many workplaces and homes.

Carcinogens (cont.)

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Reproductive

Reproductive hazards affect the reproductive system directly (both male and female), depending on the chemical and its effect.

They also, in some cases, affect the unborn child, particularly during the first 3 months of pregnancy.

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Reproductive hazards act in some ways like carcinogens, requiring a relatively limited exposure for the effect to occur.

Again, preventing exposure, especially during pregnancy, is the key.

Reproductive (cont.)

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Sensitizing

Sensitizers cause an allergic-type reaction.

Often this reaction takes the form of a skin reaction, such as hives, or a respiratory reaction similar to asthma.

The reaction can be severe and tends to get worse over time.

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With sensitizers, the reaction won’t be initially present. It requires initial exposure to trigger it, after which a very small exposure may trigger the reaction.

Again, controlling exposure initially is key.

Sensitizing (cont.)

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Controlling Chemical Health Hazards

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.

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You avoid swallowing chemicals by wearing the correct gloves and washing your hands before eating, drinking or smoking.

You avoid skin absorption by again wearing the correct gloves (especially if you have a cut or rash) and washing up frequently.

Controlling Chemical Health Hazards

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If you get an irritating chemical on the skin or in your eyes, immediate first aid is critical.

Flush your eyes in an eyewash for at least 15 minutes, keeping the eyelids open.

Wash your skin thoroughly with water immediately.

Controlling Chemical Health Hazards

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Combustibles and flammables

Explosive and reactive chemicals

Compressed gases

Physical Hazards of Workplace Chemicals

Physical hazards of chemicals include:

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Combustibles and Flammables

Combustibles and flammables catch fire and burn, sometimes explosively.

They can be handled safely by remembering a few simple principles.

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Control fuel by using safety cans, keeping containers covered, and using only the amount you need.

Control ignition sources by grounding and bonding containers and keeping flames away.

Combustibles and Flammables (cont.)

To work safely with flammables and combustibles:

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Fuel

Oxygen

Ignition Source

Remember the fire pyramid:

Combustibles and Flammables (cont.)

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Explosives and Reactives

Explosives and reactives present very specialized hazards.

Explosive: Compressed gas cylinders; aerosol cans

Reactive: Mixture of bleach and ammonia; mixture of acid and solvents.

The key with any chemical is to read the Material Safety Data Sheet (more in a minute) and know its safe handling.

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Combustible Gases

Combustible gases are a physical hazard because of the pressurized container.

Keep them secured and capped when not in use.

Transport them on an appropriate dolly.

Use the correct regulator.

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Container Labeling

Name of product

Precautions to take (summarized from the MSDS or the manufacturer’s original label)

Label secondary containers with the following information (at a minimum):

AMMONIUM FLUORIDE(CAS 12125-01-8)

DANGER! POISON CORROSIVEAcute: 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 CALCIFICATION.CAUSES BONE DISORDERS.Avoid breathing dust or vapor.Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.When handling, wear gogglesOr face shield.Store in tightly closed container.Use only with adequate ventilation.Wash thoroughly afterHandling.

FIRST AID:IF CONTACTED:Immediately flush eyes and skin with plenty of water for at least 30 minutes,and skinFor at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.Wash clothing before reusing.IF INHALED.Remove to fresh air.If cough or difficulty in breathing develops GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.If not breathing,give artificial resuscitation.IF SWALLOWED:Give water or milk to dilute.Do not induce vomiting.CONSULT POISON CONROLCENTER OR HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM.Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousOr convulsive person.

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NFPA Labeling

NFPA-The National Fire Protection Association

Blue - HealthBlue - Health

Red - FlammabilityRed - Flammability

Yellow - ReactivityYellow - Reactivity

White – Other hazards or special handling

SCALE: 0 (No Hazard) to 4 (Extreme Hazard)

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MSDS Book

The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is a document that is provided by the manufacturer of a chemical to describe the hazards of that chemical and the precautions to take in order to work with it safely.

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Each Community that uses chemicals has their own MSDS Book for all chemicals utilized. If you are not familiar with the location of your MSDS Book or the chemical used in your Community, ask your Supervisor.

MSDS Book (cont.)

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Remember, when working with hazardous chemicals, make sure you are wearing the required PPE.

PPE may include:

Glasses or goggles and face shield

Gloves

Chemical Apron

Respirator

Foot Protection

PPE Summary

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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.

First Aid Summary


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