HAZARD

COMMUNICATION
 This lecture covers
basic knowledge of the
control and
management of
hazardous material. It
will discuss labeling
and marking as well as
the importance of
MSDS’s and a short
review of their content.
 Our use of hazardous
material is limited to
copier/printer toner,
cleaning supplies, and
various liquid material,
some of which, if used
improperly, could injure
personnel, the
environment or damage
equipment.
While some departments
have a higher exposure to
hazmat, overall the
command has a very
limited amount on hand.
However, all personnel
must be informed of the
basics of hazard
communication and
general procedures.
 Your
Right To
Know
The
Hazard
Communication
Standard
 The Hazard Communication
Standard (HCS) became effective in
1986. This standard basically says
that all employees have both a
need and a right to know the
hazards and the identities of the
chemicals they are exposed to
when working. They also need to
know what protective measures
are available to prevent adverse
health effects.
All personnel exposed to
HAZMAT must be aware
of the health hazards
associated with the
particular
material/chemical.
Different chemicals have
different risks under
different conditions.
Understanding the risks
= safe operating
procedures and
minimizes the
associated hazards.
 The Hazard Communication
Standard requires:

 Chemical Labeling

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Hazard Determination

Implementation Program

Employee Training
  All chemicals must have
labels which identify their
name and associated hazards.

MSDS must be immediately

available to all employees
where the hazardous material
is used.

A list of hazardous material

in the workplace must be
posted and available.
  Employees must receive
training covering material
handling, use, interpretation of
MSDSs, labeling and
information concerning the
Hazard Communication
Standard.
 AUL : Authorized Use
List (What is it?)
An AUL is simply a listing of all
hazardous material authorized
for use at a command.
The command can only have on
hand the material that is listed
on the AUL. The Commanding
Officer authorizes additions to
the list via the Safety Officer and
Hazmat Coordinator.
 MSDS: Material Safety
Data Sheet
MSDS provides more
information than chemical
package labels.
Every chemical must have an
MSDS.

Everyone has the right

to review an MSDS.
 MSDS can be obtained
from numerous
sources:
Your Safety Office
Supply
Internet

The important issue is to obtain

them and review their contents
BEFORE using the chemical.
MSDS contain as a
minimum:
Material Identity.
Hazardous Ingredients.
Physical & Chemical
Characteristics.
Fire and Explosion Data.
Health Hazards.
Reactivity of the material.
Personal Protective
Equipment needed for use
with the material.
Spill or leak protection
information.
Proper handling and
storage directions.
Special Information/First
Aid procedures.
 There are three primary
routes of entry where
hazardous materials enter
the body.

Through the Lungs Through the Skin

or

By Ingestion
  Some HAZMAT can be
absorbed through the skin and
thus circulated through your
body.

The lungs are the

most important and
easiest exposure
route.

 Ingestion is the least important route, but still

dangerous.
 Effects
Short Term Vs Long Term

Chemicals can have an Chemicals can also

immediate, short term or
acute effects that end
shortly after exposure
ceases.
have long term or
chronic effects.
Sometimes these
effects may not be
seen until there has
been repeated exposure
or until a long period of
time has passed.
 Symptoms
SHORT TERM LONG TERM
Coughing, Wheezing Lung disorders
Headaches, Loss of Blood disorders
Consciousness Vision problems
Eyes watering Gum and teeth
Vomiting disorders
Fever Cancer, Nervousness
Rash Reproductive Sys
Shortness of Breath prob
Liver, Kidney prob
 Types of Toxic
Substances
Asphyxiants: Are inhaled. They displace oxygen, which
is necessary to maintain life.
Irritants: Causes inflammation by direct contact. Injury to
the nose, throat, and lungs or attacks the skin and
destroys tissue.
Allergic sensitizers: Some individuals become sensitized.
Repeated exposures cause an immune reaction.
Systemic poisons: Toxins attack the body.
Carcinogens, etc: Cause irreversible alterations (cancer)
or genetic mutations.
 Supervisor’s
Responsibilities
Learn to recognize symptoms of
exposure, listen to your employees.
Know where to find information about
Hazardous material controls and
handling.
Post emergency numbers. Review
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
contents and procedures.
 Review procedures for hazardous
spills.
 Although you may think the
material you are using is harmless,
used improperly it could cause harm.
 Review the command safety
instruction and Safety display boards.
 Review safety lectures and ask
questions.
STORAGE

OF

HAZMAT
 All work centers that store chemicals
will have an up to date inventory posted
on the locker/unit. MSDS’s will be
maintained for all chemicals in a
location readily accessible to
EVERYONE.
 ALL Personnel within the
department must be able to locate
the MSDS. They should be easy to
recognize and cross reference.
 Should you be working with
the chemical and inadvertently
spray it in your eyes, you may not
be able to read the emergency
procedures, a coworker may be
responsible for saving your sight.
  And if you are following the
guidelines established by OSHA
you should have any MSDS
belonging to the chemical you are
using out and available for just this
reason.
 Besides its not just the rules
its good common sense!
HANDLING

OF

HAZMAT
 Handling Hazardous
Material
Read and follow material handling safety
rules.
Choose the proper equipment to perform
the work.
Make sure pallets, racks, etc are stable.
Do not block aisles, emergency exits, or
equipment.
Do not drop or handle packages roughly.
Move carefully over transfer points.
Do not use tools or equipment that can
damage packaging.
Plan the move before actually
performing the action.
Secure the load properly.
Report all mishaps immediately to the
Safety Officer.
  The proper labeling and marking of
material is the responsibility of the
manufacturer, importer or distributor.
 MSDS will be provided by the
manufacturer, importer or distributor.
 If material is improperly marked or no
MSDS is available do not accept it.
Contact the Safety Officer for guidance,
by the same token consult him/her before
the material is ordered or purchased.
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 HANDLING HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

THINK THROUGH EVERY PROCEDURE:

1. SAFETY
2. FIRST AID
3. EMERGENCY RESPONSES
FOR EACH SITUATION
BEFORE HANDLING OR MOVING
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

Proper preparation avoids deadly

surprises
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