OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard
and Chemical Safety
Worker's Right-to-Know
Welcome to a COASTWIDE LABORATORIESPresentation . . . . .
Presented by: Mike MayersMU Operations Supervisor
Worker's Have the Right-to-Know
If they are exposed to hazardous chemicals
What to do to protect themselves
Where to get more information
Effective Chemical Safety Effective Chemical Safety RequiresRequires
Accurate Information Total Commitment Excellent Planning Shared Responsibility
Three Cornerstones to SafetyThree Cornerstones to Safety
Personal Protective Barriers -- Example: PPE
Safe Work Practices -- Example: Wash Hands
Engineering Controls -- Example: Ventilation
Ways Employers Can Ways Employers Can Improve Worker SafetyImprove Worker Safety
Provide Chemical Safety Training & Retraining Verify Employee Learning Select Safer Products to Use Make PPE Available Provide MSDSs for all Chemicals Listen to Worker Suggestions
Ways Employees Can Ways Employees Can Improve Worker SafetyImprove Worker Safety
Watch for hazard warning labels Read product labels Follow safety guidelines Ask for assistance Review the MSDS and literature
Some Common Potentially Hazardous Some Common Potentially Hazardous Substances in Our Work AreasSubstances in Our Work Areas
Cleaning Chemicals Maintenance and Repair Chemicals Microorganisms Propane
Primary Routes of EntryPrimary Routes of Entry
Eye Contact Skin Contact Inhalation Ingestion
Microorganisms (Germs)Microorganisms (Germs)Routes of TransmissionRoutes of Transmission
DropletAirborneContact
Germ Transmission Germ Transmission by Dropletsby Droplets
Droplets containing germs can be spread by coughing, sneezing or even talking. Illnessesspread by droplets include influenza, strep throatand the common cold.
Germ Transmission Germ Transmission by Airborne Particlesby Airborne Particles
Airborne germs can attach themselves to smalldust and moisture particles. Illnesses spread byairborne particles include tuberculosis and chickenpox.
Germ Transmission Germ Transmission by Direct Contactby Direct Contact
Contact transmission is the transfer of germsfrom one surface to another. This can includesurfaces, objects or people. A crosscontaminationfrom surfaces to eyes, nose, mouth, hands or skincan occur. This is why cleaning and disinfecting surface contact points is important.
Illnesses spread by contact transmission include staph infections and Hepatitis A. HIV and Hepatitis B are also spread by direct contact with blood or otherpotentially infectious body fluids.
The Basic Rule:The Basic Rule:Wear Appropriate PPEWear Appropriate PPE
Wear Hand Protection Skin Protection Eye Protection Respiratory Protection
Hand ProtectionHand Protection
Wear appropriate gloves Inspect gloves before use Discard damaged gloves immediately Keep gloves washed and clean Wash hands frequently when
working with chemicals
Use Proper PPE!Use Proper PPE!
Use your head … not your hands!
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Skin ProtectionSkin Protection
Cover exposed skin like arms and legs Remove and launder contaminated
clothing immediately Eliminate processes that expose skin to
chemicals or pathogenic organisms Wash contaminated areas promptly using
soap and water
Eye ProtectionEye Protection
Glasses with side shields Goggles Face Mask
Respiratory ProtectionRespiratory Protection
Provide adequate ventilation Don’t atomize or spray fine mists into air Stay within OSHA TWA/TLV guidelines
Guidelines for Chemical Safety
•Never remove or deface labels•Label all secondary containers•Never mix chemicals•Measure chemicals accurately•Avoid spraying fine mists•Wear PPE at all times during work•No food or drink while using chemicals
Some Additional Some Additional GuidelinesGuidelines
for Chemical Safety for Chemical Safety Store chemicals safely and securely Never store chemicals above eye level Never take chemicals home from work Don't inhale chemicals from container Never remove and leave lids off containers Don't allow access to chemicals by
untrained or unauthorized personnel
Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
MSDS Answers MSDS Answers Four Primary QuestionsFour Primary Questions
1. What is the product?
2. What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?
3. How can I prevent hazardous situations?
4. What other important information should I know?
Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
What is the product?
Section 1--Product and Company ID
Section 2--Composition and Ingredient Info
Section 3--Hazards Identification
Answered in Sections 1-3 of the MSDS
Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?
Section 4--First Aid Measures
Section 5--Fire Fighting Measures
Section 6--Accidental Release Measures
Answered in Sections 4-6 of the MSDS
Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
How can I prevent hazardous situations from occurring?
Section 7--Handling and Storage
Section 8--Exposure Controls & PPE
Section 9--Physical & Chemical Properties
Section 10-Stability and Reactivity
Answered in Sections 7-10 of the MSDS
Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
What other important information should I know about this product?
Section 11--Toxicological InformationSection 12--Ecological InformationSection 13--Disposal ConsiderationsSection 14--Transport InformationSection 15--Regulatory InformationSection 16--Other Information
Answered in Sections 11-16 of the MSDS
