Created forSalmon River

Central School District employees

K. Virginia BondAugust 2008 updated September 2011

Right to Knowand Blood borne Pathogens

Right to Knowand Blood borne Pathogens

Training ContentsTraining Contents

• Understanding MSDS’s • Labeling• Physical Hazards• Health Hazards• Protecting yourself• Bloodborne Pathogens

What is MSDS?What is MSDS?

Material Safety Data Sheet

They provide pertinent information to employees about

hazardous materials and chemicals in the workplace.

What information does a MSDS show?What information does a MSDS show?

• Manufacturer information

• Chemical synonyms• Physical and/or chemical

properties• Spill response• Personal Protective

Equipment (PPE)• Acute and Chronic

effects of exposure

RTK law requires that….RTK law requires that….

MSDS’s be readily available in the work areas where potentially hazardous chemicals are used.

LabelingLabeling

• A manufacturer’s label (on a container) is the first place to look for information.

Basic Chemical Container LabelsBasic Chemical Container Labels

• Chemical labels are not a substitute for a MSDS.

• Some chemicals pose little danger, others are deadly.

• Remember - Hazardous chemicals are everywhere!

Basic LabelsBasic Labels

ToxicChemicals

High Voltage

Acid Irritant

BioHazard Harmful

Chemical container labels information includes…

Chemical container labels information includes…

• Health hazards• Specific chemicals in product• How to protect yourself• Manufacturer’s name and contact

information

Color Coded LabelsColor Coded Labels

• Many chemical manufacturers use color coded labels so that incompatible materials and chemicals with different hazard characteristics can be properly segregated from each other.

NFPA Color-Coded Labeling System

NFPA Color-Coded Labeling System

• Developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

• Higher the number the greater the risk

Reactivity Hazard

Health Hazard

Fire Hazard

Specific HazardWater, oxidizing

Color-code System explained

Color-code System explained

• Corrosive = destroys living tissue on contact

• Toxic = hazardous to your health

• Flammable = readily catch fire

• Reactives = react violent with materials in otherwise stable situations

Specific Labels Specific Labels

Labeling RequirementsLabeling Requirements

• All hazardous chemicals introduced into the workplace need to be in labeled containers that meet the requirements of OSHA

• Two types of containers and labels: Primary label Secondary label

Primary Container and Label

Primary Container and Label

• Prepared by the manufacturer of the chemical

• Affixed to all containers before shipped to buyers

• Label must include: Identity of chemical Appropriate hazard warnings Name & address of the manufacturer,

distributor, or responsible party

Secondary Container & Label

Secondary Container & Label

• May only be used in that facility• Labels include:

Identity of chemical Appropriate hazard warning

This should be labeled.

Hazard WarningsHazard Warnings

Acute Hazards(Immediate)

• Flammability• Reactivity

Oxidizer Explosive

• Corrosive

Chronic Hazards (Long-Term)

• Cancer

• Birth defects

• Targets organs

• Body systems affected

Physical vs. Health Hazards

Physical vs. Health Hazards

Physical Hazards are• Flammable • Oxidizers• Explosive• Compressed gas

Health Hazards are• Health issues• Corrosive• Poison• Biological• Radioactive

Hazard PotentialHazard Potential

2 things to consider:• Dose is the amount of exposure.• Toxicity is the degree to which a

chemical is harmful.

Health Hazards - DosageHealth Hazards - Dosage

• Toxic effects increase as exposure increases.

• ALL CHEMICALS EXHIBIT A TOXIC EFFECT WITH A LARGE ENOUGH DOSE!

Potential Routes of EntryPotential Routes of Entry

1. Absorption (touching)

2. Ingestion (eating or dirty hands)

3. Inhalation (breathing)

4. Injection (Poke or stick)

Types of Health Hazard Effects

Types of Health Hazard Effects

ACUTE EFFECTS• Quick onset• Health effects that

occur after a single exposure

• Usually reversible

CHRONIC EFFECTS• Takes a long time to

start• Health problems

occur after repeated or long exposure

• Usually can not be reversed

Protection MethodsProtection Methods

• Product substitution Use a less or non-hazardous material

• Safe Work Practices Proper chemical storage Refer to MSDS’s Work in pairs

• Engineering Controls Chemical fume hoods or enclosures

• Personal Protective Equipment Respirators, aprons, safety glasses

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

• Eye and face protection• Respiratory protection• Body protection • Hand protections

Employer RequirementsEmployer Requirements

• Have MSDS’s available • Train employees annually• Have a poster of who to contact for

information

Employees RightsEmployees Rights

• You have the right to know what chemicals/materials are being used in your school building.

• You have the right to refuse to work with a product if your employer cannot provide information about its safety.

• You have the right to requests a copy of a MSDS for a chemical/material.

OSHA Blood-borne Pathogens StandardOSHA Blood-borne

Pathogens Standard• covers …

all employees in jobs where occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens can be "reasonably anticipated"

Bloodborne PathogensBloodborne Pathogens

• Microorganisms such as viruses or bacteria that are carried in blood and can cause disease in people

Bloodborne Pathogens include, but not limited

too:

Bloodborne Pathogens include, but not limited

too:• HIV - Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Transmitted mainly through sexual contact May be spread by blood and body fluids

• HBV - Hepatitis B Virus Inflammation of the liver

Extremely contagious Is spread by blood and body fluids

• Hepatitis C• Colds and Flu (including H1N1)

Workplace TransmissionWorkplace Transmission

Knowing how these diseases are transmitted is the first line of defense.

Body fluids containing visible blood Semen and vaginal secretions Torn or loose skin Accidental puncture by a

sharp object, contaminated with the pathogen

Direct TransmissionDirect Transmission

Blood-borne pathogens can cause infection by entering your body through: Open cuts and nicks Skin abrasions Dermatitis Acne Mucous membranes of your mouth, eyes or mouth

Indirect TransmissionIndirect Transmission

Diseases can be transmitted when you touch a contaminated object or surface and then transfer the infection to your:

• Mouth• Eyes• Nose• Non-intact skin

Remember - HBV can survive on dried surfaces and at room temperatures for at least ONE

WEEK!

Watch Out!Watch Out!

Broken

glass

Anything Sharp Is Dangerous!

need

les

knives

Sharp metaledges

Standard Precautionsaka - Universal

Precautions

Standard Precautionsaka - Universal

Precautions

TREAT ALL BLOOD AND BODY

FLUIDS AS IF THEY WERE POTENTIALLY INFECTIOUS.

Ways to Reduce RiskWays to Reduce Risk

To protect yourself (and students) effectively use:

• Work practice controls• PPE (personal protective equipment)• Engineering controls• Appropriate Measures Housekeeping• Hepatitis B vaccine

Work Practice ControlsWork Practice Controls

• These are specific procedures you must follow on the job to reduce your risk of exposure to blood or other infectious materials.

• Certain people are assigned to deal with Blood-borne hazards regularly. Nurses Custodial staff

Hand washingHand washing

This is the most important thing you can do to protect yourself (and others).

• Wash hands, for at least 20 seconds, with non-abrasive soap and running water: Every time you remove gloves and/or PPE Skin or mucous membranes come in direct contact with

other blood or body fluids When there is no soap & water available, use antiseptic /

alcohol-based hand cleaner. You must still wash your

hands with soap and running water as soon as possible.

Personal HygienePersonal Hygiene

Other things to protect yourself:• Minimize the spreading of droplets of blood when

attending to an injured student or co-worker.• Don’t eat, drink, smoke, apply cosmetics or lip

balms, or handle contact lenses where there is a possibility of exposure.

• Don’t store food or beverages where blood or other potentially infectious materials are stored.

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

If you clean up blood or body fluids:

• Wear appropriate PPE• Use a solution of one part bleach to 100 parts

water or one-fourth cup bleach to one gallon of water.

• Disinfect mops and cleaning tools after the job is done.

GlovesGloves

Gloves are the most frequently used type of PPE.

• Things to keep in mind: Always wear gloves when in contact with

blood, potentially infectious materials, mucous membranes or non-intact skin.

Gloves need to be replaced every few years. Never reuse disposable gloves.

Glove RemovalGlove Removal

You are only protected by gloves IF you use them correctly. With both hands gloved, peel one glove off from top to bottom

and hold it on the gloved hand. With exposed hand, peel the second glove form the inside,

tucking the first glove inside the second. Dispose of gloves promptly Never touch the outside of the glove with bare skin. Once you remove gloves, wash hands with soap and running

water ASAP.

What to do in case of Bloodborne exposure?What to do in case of Bloodborne exposure?

• Wash the area with soap and running water

• Report the exposure to the school nurse, or your supervisor

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