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Chromic acid
1b
Common corrosive
bases
Ammonium hydroxide
contained in household
ammonia products
1c
Common corrosive
bases
Calcium hydroxide hydrated
lime
1d
Recognizing corrosives
Corrosives can be liquids,
powders, pellets, or gases
2a
Recognizing corrosives
Read the label
2b
Chemistry of corrosives
Can be either acids or bases
Chemically reactive
pH level
3
Health hazards of
corrosives
Explained in MSDSs
4a
Health hazards of
corrosives
Respiratory ailments due to a
build up of fluid in the lungs
Poisoning, many
corrosives are toxic
4b
Physical hazards of
corrosives
Explained in MSDSs
Combustible or
flammable, can easily
ignite and burn
5
Engineering controls
Ventilation systems
6a
Personal protective
equipment (PPE)
See MSDSs for PPE
recommendations
You must be
trained in use
and demonstrate
understanding
7
Safe work procedures
Refer to MSDS for handling
information
8a
Safe work procedures
Dispense from one container at
a time
8b
Safe storage procedures
Refer to MSDS for storage
information
9a
Safe storage procedures
Storage areas should be well-
ventilated
9b
Proper clean-up and
disposal procedures
Report all leaks and spills
10a
Proper clean-up and
disposal procedures
Collect waste corrosives in
proper containers
10b
Proper first aid and
emergency procedures
Refer to MSDS for first aid and
emergency information
Workers overexposed to
corrosives must be
removed to an area
with fresh air
11a
Proper first aid and
emergency procedures
In case of direct contact flush
the affected area with plenty of
clean water for at least 15
minutes
Medical attention
may be necessary
11b