Hazard Communication

North Seattle Community College

General Awareness Session

Hazard Communication Program Understanding MSDSs Practical Exercise

Training Overview Purpose and Policy Responsibilities Hazardous Chemicals on Campus Labeling, Storage, and Disposal Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) Information and Training Chemical Sensitivities Emergency Procedures

Purpose and Policy Purpose:

» ensure that the hazards are evaluated» information conveyed to employees

Policy:» you are entitled to a safe and healthy place to

work, and» have a right to know what you may be

exposed to and how to protect yourself

Employer Responsibilities Develop and implement a written Hazard

Communication Program Inventory all hazardous materials on campus

and acquire all necessary Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

Identify hazards by labeling chemicals using MSDSs

Train employees on physical and health hazards and protective measures

Employee Responsibilities Follow all procedures and policies relating to

chemicals Refrain from operations without proper

instruction and/or authorization Seek out and request information Wear appropriate protective equipment Report accidents immediately, even minor

injuries or exposures

Hazard Communication Personnel

Program Administrator : Tom Griffith Program Coordinator: Frank Deering Area Supervisors: Irene Macatombas, Eric

Anderson, Dale Cook, Darrell Mihara, Robbie Patton, Beth Lanie, Chris Chinn, Cindy Rose, Janet Hoppe-Leonard, Cherie Weber, Tom Braziunas, Joyce Lew, Marcia Shaw

Hazard Communication Personnel

Area Supervisors: Linda Knapp-Davis, Rosemary Jones, Kathy Soldat, Sybrina Woodson, Linda McDuffie,Chris Russ, Margo Boyer, Jane Strom-Strebe, Carol Johnson, Crystina Le, Judy McNally, Ken Harris, Mark Mitsui

Hazardous Chemicals on Campus (pictures)

Hazardous Chemicals on Campus (identity)

laboratory reagents cleaning products aerosols glues and adhesives paints, varnishes, and

stains gas cylinders developers and fixers

water treatments degreasers oils, grease, and

lubricants toner and inks solvents paint thinners fertilizers and pesticides

Hazard Types Toxicity - pesticides, paint strippers,

cleaners Flammability - paint thinner, lacquer

thinner Corrosive - drain and over cleaners,

disinfectants Reactivity - chlorine bleach, ammonia

Labels - Basics Identity of the hazardous chemical(s) Appropriate hazard warning Name, address and emergency telephone

# of the chemical manufacturer or other responsible party

Appropriate protective equipment

Labels - Other Information

Signal word - Danger!, Warning!, or Caution! Statement of and identity of hazard Instructions in case of contact or exposure First-Aid or antidote Instructions in case of fire, spill, or leak Instructions for container handling and storage Never remove label and if transferred to a new container

label it with appropriate information - chemical name etc

Who Regulates Labels? Product labels regulated by EPA, FDA and CPSC. EPA - bleach, disinfectant and wood preservatives FDA - food, drugs, cosmetics and personal care

products CPSC - cleaners, wood finishes and other

household products Only food, drug and cosmetic labels list all

ingredients

Waste Disposal

• Household hazardous waste is regulated by state governments.

• No pesticides, fertilizers, and solvent based products down the drain.

• No liquids, corrosive or flammable chemicals in the trash

• Use up according to label, recycle or take to hazardous waste site.

HMIS Label - used on campus as

secondary labeling system -see cover of

Hazard Communication Notebook for details

Labels- Symbols and Pictures

Labels - ExamplePlate-X Gold Plating Solution

DANGER !May be fatal if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.

Do not breathe vapor or mist.Do not get into eyes, on skin, or on clothing.Exposure causes weakness, headache, cyanosis, loss of

consciousness, respiratory arrest, or death.Target organs - blood, metabolic enzymes, skin, lungs.Physicians - treat exposure victims for cyanide poisoning.Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for additional Information.

ABC Chemical Company123 Hazard Drive

Anywhere, NY 13333800-123-4567

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

Chemical document put out by manufacturer detailing physical and health hazards

one for every hazardous chemical on campus

master file located in the hallway behind AS1519

review before working with unfamiliar chemicals

Information on MSDSs .I Identity and date of

preparation Manufacturer’s name

and emergency tel. # Hazard ingredients Physical and

chemical properties - flash pt., appearance and odor etc

Information on MSDSs .II Control measures Physical hazards Routes of entry into

body Acute and chronic

health effects Carcinogenicity Handling and storage

conditions

Information and Training General Awareness Session (today) Division Training (area supervisor)

» Locate Hazard Communication Notebook - » Contains specific hazards, potential

exposures and protective measures available» where the MSDSs are located

Employee Training Record - needs to be completed at the end of Training today

Chemical Sensitivities .I 650K hazardous

chemicals used in the workplace

Individual variable immune response

Low dose exposure over longer period of time can alter function of immune system

Chemical Sensitivities .II Effects develop slowly Symptoms include

Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Examples include - pesticides, tobacco smoke, artificial fragrances, vehicle exhausts, solvents

Chemical Sensitivities .III NSCC Indoor Air Quality

Policy NSCC encourages a

scent and pollutant free environment

Specially designated scentfree classrooms

Compliance process - contact president’s office for copy of IAQ

Protective Measures .I

routes of entry» inhalation» ingestion» skin or eye contact and/or absorption

exposure = dose + duration

Protective Measures .II

Avoid Inhalation

Protective Measures .III

Avoid Inhalation» use proper ventilation

» use respiratory protection

» Check MSDS for specific requirements

Protective Measures .IV

Prevent Ingestion

Protective Measures .V

Prevent Ingestion» no eating, drinking, or smoking around

chemicals» wash hands frequently» label everything» read labels and MSDS’s

Protective Measures .VI

Prevent Skin or Eye Contact

Protective Measures .VII Prevent Skin or Eye Contact

» wear protective equipment» minimize the area of exposed skin

Protective Measures - Review Avoid Inhalation

» use proper ventilation» use respiratory protection

Prevent Ingestion» no eating, drinking, or smoking around chemicals» wash hands frequently» read labels

Prevent Skin or Eye Contact» wear protective equipment» minimize the area of exposed skin

Handle With Caution

use common sense approach» read labels, follow their directions

» think about consequences

» treat all substances as if they are hazardous

» practice good chemical hygiene

Emergency Procedures chemical spills

Activate alarms in larger spill (> 5 gallons) situations

Treat life threatening injuries Evacuate and call SFD x9-911 and Campus

Security x3636 Contain the spill - read MSDS Wear protective equipment during cleanup Best response is preparation

Emergency Procedurespersonal contamination

flood contaminated area with water

remove contaminated clothing

rinse with water for 15 minutes

seek medical attention

Emergency Procedureschemical in the eye(s)

flush eyeballs and inner eyelids

forcibly hold eyes open

irrigate for at least 15 minutes

seek medical attention if irritation persists

Summary

You may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or chemicals products used on campus

Information is available on labels and MSDSs

Program is in place in your work area to inform and train you

Hazard Communication

Exercise