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ACPL Safety Training Hazard Communication February 2014
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ACPL Safety Training. Hazard Communication. February 2014. Learning Objectives. By the end of this training session, you will be able to: Name the federal law that protects people from hazards in the workplace Identify two places to find information about hazardous chemicals - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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ACPL Safety TrainingHazard Communication
February 2014
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training session, you will be able to:• Name the federal law that protects people from hazards in the
workplace• Identify two places to find information about hazardous
chemicals• Tell the difference between a physical hazard and health
hazard• Name two types of health hazards• Locate four most important pieces of information on a
hazardous chemical label• Locate a list of all hazardous materials used at ACPL• Locate written sheets describing hazardous materials
Hazard Communication Defined
Employer’s responsibility
Right to Know
Learning about Hazard Communication
Why is this important?
Work functions?
Hazards?
Chemicals?
Hazard Communication Standard
Hazard Communication Procedure
Click on the document to see the Hazard Communication Procedure on Insite
Hazardous Materials in Libraries
Hazardous materials or hazardous job duties are very minimal in a library setting, but they do exist!
Physical Hazards
Health Hazards
Hazardous Chemicals
• Physical hazard
• Health hazard• Acute• Chronic
Hazardous Chemicals
• Look on the container of the substance.
• If a chemical is hazardous, the label will tell you so.
Hazardous Chemical Labels
Types of Hazardous Materials
• Low toxicity, if possible
• Cleaning solvents, craft glue, toner
• Chemical listed updated• Posted on Insite
What are some chemicals which you encounter at work?
Look at the warning label on the container. Should you take any precautionary measures when using it?
Think of one way you will change the way you handle this chemical.
USE IT OR LOSE IT
The MSDS
• MSDS
• Manufacturer required to provide MSDS
What information is on an MSDS?
MSDS at ACPL Main Library
Security Center (x3333)
Branches & DiSalle
Housekeeping Closet
Search online for the MSDS for your favorite household cleaner. Where did you look?
Find the MSDS binder for your branch. Is it easy to locate? If not, could it be relocated in the housekeeping closet to make it more accessible?
USE IT OR LOSE IT
QUESTIONS?Information for all safety training has been provided by John Hidy, Security Services Manager, Allen County Public Library.
For more information or if you have questions, contact John Hidy, x1281or e-mail [email protected]
To finish your safety training, please complete the quiz.
