Hazard Communication 29 CFR 1910.1200 Understanding the Requirements of Hazard Communication.
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Department of Environmental Technology
ENVT-650-M01 Summer I 2012
Hazard CommunicationTraining
Become familiar with OSHA Hazard Communicationstandard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Become informed about the potential hazards associatedwith the chemicals used in the workplace
Learn to locate and use Material Safety Data Sheets
Learn to recognize and use hazard warning labels
Learn to select the proper control methods/protectiveequipment (gloves, ventilation, goggles) when using chemicals
Hazard Communication refers to the OccupationalSafety and Health Administrations (OSHA) regulation
1910.1200, which states employees have a need andright to know the hazards and identities of thechemicals they are exposed to in the workplace
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Let Employers & Employees Know about WorkHazards & How to Protect Themselves
To insure that employees are aware of the workplacehazards
To insure that employees can take the proper steps toreduce exposure and potential for chemical injuries
To establish proper work practices
The standard mandates information on all chemicalsand their hazardous components present in theworkplace be prepared and made available to the
employees who work with them
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Manufacturers
Importers/Distributors
Employers
Employees
Must determine and evaluate the hazards ofchemicals they manufacture
Must prepare labels for chemical containersindicating the hazards
Must develop Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)for chemicals they produce (note: no standard MSDSformat exists)
Must provide appropriate labels and MSDSs forthose to whom they ship their chemicals
Information must be providedautomaticallymeaning the employer should not haveto request an MSDS
All containers must be labeled, tagged, or markedwith required information
Must send a properly completed MSDS with the firstshipment of a chemical
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Must insure that the health and safety informationrelated to hazardous chemicals in the workplace ismade readily available to the employee (user)
Must insure that an MSDS for every chemical hazardis present in the workplace and is readily available foremployees to review during all work shifts
Establish a workplace Hazard Communicationprogram
Must become familiar with the hazards of the chemicalsused in the workplacereview MSDSs
Must read and follow chemical use instruction and MSDSinstructions
Must use chemicals responsibly
Must warn others of the hazards of chemicals in use
The hazardous nature of the product determineswhether or not it is covered the standardbut keep inmind that excessive exposure to or misuse of a seeminglynon-hazardous chemical can be dangerous!!!
If the chemical is not inherently hazardous it is notcovered but even a non-hazardous chemical can have anMSDS
You must review the products MSDS for a listing ofhazardous ingredients
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Survey the workplace and identify all potentialchemical hazards
Read the labels provided regarding hazardinformation and determine safe use of the product
The MSDS should be reviewed for every chemical todetermine if its use/misuse may be hazardous
An MSDS is a document that provides detailedinformation on each hazardous chemical, including itspotential health effects, its physical and chemicalcharacteristics, and recommendations for appropriateprotective equipment
Created by the and shouldaccompany every chemical shipped
1. Name of Chemical (Chemical Identity)2. Emergency phone numbers
3. Hazardous Ingredients (present in 1% or greater)4. Physical and Chemical Characteristics5. Fire Safety Information6. Health effects of the chemical7. Emergency and First Aid Procedures8. Spill and Waste disposal procedures9. Personal Protection recommendations10. Shipping Information
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All containers must be labeled, tagged, or markedwith the identity of the material and the appropriatehazard warning (i.e. flammable or causes lung damage)
A container can come in many formsbag, barrel,bottle, box, can, cylinder, drum, storage tank, oranything that contains a hazardous chemical
If a chemical is transferred from its originalcontainer to another container, the new container mustbe labeled appropriately
Labels must be legible and prominently displayed
NFPA Diamond
HMIS Label
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Blue = HealthRed = FlammabilityYellow = ReactivityWhite = Personal ProtectiveEquipment
Inhalation- the most common route of exposure inthe occupational setting
Absorption- through skin
Ingestion- least common route of occupationalexposureresults from poor hygiene and/or smoking
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Sensitizers
Irritants
Corrosives
Asphyxiates
Reproductive Hazards
Carcinogens
Flammables and Explosives
Sensitizers- Substances do not cause harm initially,but the body can develop a hypersensitive reaction andexposure to the product in the future may causeallergic reactions
Irritants- Cause immediate reddening orinflammatory response of exposed areas uponcontactusually affect the eyes, nose, and throat
Corrosives- Cause instant pain and burning anddestruction to human skin at site of contact
Asphyxiants- Interfere with the bodys ability to use
oxygencauses suffocation due to lack of oxygen
Reproductive Hazards- Substances that damagereproductive system and can affect the fetus
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Substitution
Ventilation
Good Housekeeping
Personal Hygiene
Personal Protective Equipment
Substitution- Replace the hazardous chemical witha chemical or product that is not as toxic
Ventilation- Always use adequate ventilation whenusing hazardous chemicals
Good Housekeeping- Keep work area neat andorganized, this reduces the chances of spills and falls
Personal Hygiene- Always wash your hands afterusing hazardous chemicals because chemicals can beinadvertently ingested or absorbed
Personal Protective Equipment- Includes suchthings as respirators, gloves, safety glasses, chemicalprotective suits, etc.
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Respirators- Used only when there is noother way to reduce exposure Used to protect respiratory system fromairborne hazards such as gases, dusts,mists, fibers, etc. Must use proper respirator for thecontaminant of concern All respirator selection and use should bemanaged by the EH&S officeNEVERchoose your own respirator withoutconsultation with EH&S
Gloves- Used to prevent absorption of chemicalsthrough skin.
Must select appropriate glove for the chemicals youare using
Safety Glasses- Used to protect eyes fromdamagetypically physical hazards
Safety goggles- Should be used whenever there is
the potential for chemical splash
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Must be prepared by the employer
Must address specific hazards of job
Must list chemicals used in the workplace
Must designate responsible individuals for theprogram
Must indicate where chemical hazard information (i.eMSDSs) will be made available to employees
Requirements of the regulations
Location and availability of MSDSs
Hazardous chemicals used in the workplace
Physical and health hazards
Proper use of personal protection equipment
Details and location of the written plan
In the event of a chemical spill or exposurecontact your Safety Department IMMEDIATELY
Know the location of emergency phones andphone numbers in all of your work areas
Know the location of emergency equipment fireextinguishers, safety showers, first aid kits andmake sure you know how to use them in anemergency
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Working with or around hazardous chemicals does notnecessarily mean that a persons health will be
affected.
The link between hazardous chemicals and adversehealth effects lies in
Questions?