Hazard

Communication

Hazard Communication

Your Right to Know Standard The purpose of this standard is to inform

employees of any hazardous or potentially hazardous substances present in the workplace.

This standard is available on the OSHA website.

Hazard Awareness

Become aware of potential hazards and avoid accidents by– Reading container labels– Maintaining a chemical inventory– Using safe work practices– Attending training programs– Reading Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Hazardous Substances

Dusts Gases Fumes Mists Vapors Radiation- Energy Sources Biologicals

Routes of Entry

Absorption through the skin Inhalation via the respiratory system Ingestion into the digestive system Contact with eyes, mucous membranes, or

cuts

Container Labels All containers must be labeled and provide

the following information– Identity or name of chemical– Name and address of the manufacturer– Warning of its hazardous contents

Physical Hazards

Physical Hazards can be in the form of– Combustibles– Explosives– Oxidizers– Flammables– Radiation– Unstable Reactives– Compressed Gases

Health Hazards

Agents that damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or other body parts– Carcinogens– Corrosives– Irritants– Toxic agents– neurotoxins

Product Labels- HMIS

Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS)

Product Labels- NFPA

National Fire Protection Association

Material Safety Data Sheet

Provides extremely detailed information for each chemical or material in your workplace– Identification

– Ingredients or compounds

– Physical and chemical characteristics

– Fire and explosion hazard

– Reactivity data

– Health hazard data

– Spill procedures

– PPE

– Special procedures

How to Obtain a MSDS

Ask your supervisor Chemical Manufacturers and Suppliers On-line

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