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Hazardous Materials Transportation
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Who Is a HAZMAT Employee?•Load, unload, or otherwise handle
hazardous materials
•Operate the vehicle that will be used to transport the hazardous materials
•Likely to be exposed to hazardous materials if there is an accident
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Session ObjectivesYou will be able to:
•Recognize and identify hazardous materials
•Understand HAZMAT container markings, labels, and placards
•Load and unload hazardous materials safely
•Use protective procedures and equipment
•Avoid accidents with hazardous materials
•Respond to an emergency
•Recognize and respond to security threats
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Recognize Hazardous Materials•Read the container
labels • DOT labels
•Read material safety data sheets
•Become familiar with common hazardous materials
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Review Shipping Documents•Identify the proper
shipping name
•Identify the hazard class
•Look at the identification number
•Identify the packaging group
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Identify Hazard Classes•Class 1: Explosives
•Class 2: Gases
•Class 3: Flammable or Combustible Liquids
•Class 4: Flammable Solids
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Identify Hazard Classes (cont.)
•Class 5: Oxidizer/Organic Peroxide
•Class 6: Poison
•Class 7: Radioactive Material
•Class 8: Corrosive Material
•Class 9: MiscellaneousDangerous Material
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Find Identification Numbers•Number assigned to shipping names
• “UN”—international and domestic • “NA”—domestic and Canadian only
•Placards• Emergency responders
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Identify Packaging Groups•I = Great Danger
•II = Medium Danger
•III = Minor Danger
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Read Labels and Placards•Read warning labels
on all containers
•Make sure the labels match hazard class and division
•Ensure placards are properly placed on transport vehicles
•Placards must be located on all 4 sides of the vehicle
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UN Approved Packages•Packages must pass
leakage and stability tests
•Must be marked with “UN” nomenclature
•Check the DOT hazardous materials table
•Check to ensure there is no damage
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Identifying Hazards and Labels—Any Questions?•Any questions about
hazardous materials identification?
•Reading labels, markings, or placards?
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Loading or Unloading Trucks•Check the safety guide before loading or
unloading begins
•Remove ignition keys prior to loading/unloading
•Don’t overfill or overload tanks
•Handle cylinders and packages carefully
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Loading or Unloading Trucks (cont.)
•Handle empty drums as cautiously as full drums
•Do not overload closed cargo spaces; allow air to circulate
•Close all access flanges and valves before moving and allow adequate relaxation time
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Loading and Unloading a Tank Truck or Railcar•Inspect the vehicle
•Wear appropriate PPE
•Follow specific checklist
•Stay in the area
•Know emergency response procedures
•Follow procedures after loading/unloading
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Handle Drums and Totes Safely•Inspect containers for
damage
•Check labels and markings
•Remove containers carefully
•Know emergency procedures
•Place containers in storage area
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Operate a Forklift Safely•Authorized operators
only
•Quickly report accidents
•Always wear seat belts
•No person under the forks
•Operate controls only from driver’s seat
•Never block exits or emergency equipment
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Loading and Unloading With a Forklift•Never over-load the forklift
• Check the weight of the load• Locate the center of gravity
•Inspect the load
•Restack unstable loads
•Tow from the rear towing pin
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)•Always wear the
appropriate personal protection• Protect eye and face• Use gloves
•Respiratory protection
•Protective clothing and boots
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Emergency Response to a Spill or Leak•Stop the material
handling process
•Evacuate the area
•Alert others
•Control and clean up only if authorized and trained
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Emergency Contacts•Fire department
•Police department
•Ambulance
•Medical clinic
•Hospital
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Rescue and Medical Treatment•Leave rescue work to trained professionals
•Let designated first-aid workers perform first aid
•Follow medical emergency procedures
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Extinguishing Equipment•Portable extinguisher
•Fire hose
•Fire suppression systems
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Extinguisher Types•A—For combustibles such as trash,
wood, or paper
•B—For flammable liquids or gases
•C—For electrical fires
•D—For combustible metals such as magnesium
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Extinguisher Use•Pull the pin
•Aim at the base of the fire
•Squeeze the trigger
•Sweep back and forth
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HAZMAT Safety and Emergencies—Questions?•Any questions about
loading, unloading, or handling hazardous materials?
•Questions about how to respond to emergencies?
•Questions about using a fire extinguisher?
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Security Plan•Different for every facility
•Includes risk assessment and preventive measures
•Describes how applicant information is confirmed
•Addresses unauthorized access and handling
•Addresses en route risks
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Potential Security Risks•List of hazardous
materials
•Quantity stored or processed
•Location considerations
•Modes of transportation
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Address En Route Risks•Select carriers
carefully
•Assess loading/unloading areas
•Evaluate dispatch methods
•Assess security of the destination
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Secure Hazardous Material•Lock storage areas
•Inventory hazardous materials
•Inspect storage areas
•Look out for unusual chemical purchases
•Verify driver information
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Report Suspicious Personnel or ActivitiesReport suspicious activity:
•Persons near chemical tanks
•Loitering by loading docks
•Walking along security fence
•Unusual vehicles parked outside facility
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Responding to Security Threats•Do not approach
suspicious persons
•Call police
•Warn others
•Lock doors and gates
•Evacuate area
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Your Role in Security•Keep doors locked
•Don’t lend out keys
•Be careful with strangers
•Report unknown personnel
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Security—Any Questions?•Are there any
questions about security risks or procedures?
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Key Points to Remember•Read the shipping descriptions
•Read and follow label and placard warnings
•Follow all safe HAZMAT handling procedures—they could save your life
•Wear proper PPE to avoid injury
•Follow security procedures—report suspicious people or activities immediately