Hazard Communication Hazcom

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Hazard Communication
(Hazcom)
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Hazcom Training

• First assignment
• Whenever a new chemical is introduced
• Where chemicals are present?
• What PPE is needed
• How to get the information you need

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Chemicals in the Workplace

• Millions exposed
• There are an estimated 575,000 existing chemical
  products
• New ones every day
• Know how to protect yourself
• Ask questions if youre not sure

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Injuries Caused by Chemicals

• Burns and severe skin reactions (Acute)
• Major organdamage (Chronic)
• Cancer andsterility (Chronic)
• Central nervous system damage (Chronic)

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Routes of Entry

• Cuts/Abrasions
• Inhalation-Breathing it in
• Ingestion-Swallowing It
• Injection-Puncture

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Other Potential Hazards

• Fire
• Explosions
• Heavy smoke, poor visibility
• Corrosive effect on equipment
• Slip and fall from spills

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Identifying Hazardous Chemicals

• Specific chemical training (This Class)
• Manufacturers provide info (MSDS/Labels)
• Read the label
• Read the MSDS
• Follow directions

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Understanding Labels

• Every container must be labeled
• Identity of chemical
• Appropriate hazard warnings
• Name and address of responsible party
• Health warnings

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Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets

• Physical hazards
• Health hazards
• Routes of exposure
• Safe handling and use precautions
• Emergency procedures
• First aid
• Control measures

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More on MSDSs

• Other information
• Physical and chemical characteristics
• Exposure limits
• Carcinogenicity (cancer causing)
• ID of responsible party
• Readily accessible to employees
• Different formats
• English

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NFPA SYMBOL

• Blue Health
• Red Flammability
• Yellow Reactivity
• White Special precautions and personal
  protective equipment required
• 0-4 indicate level of severity
• Higher number more danger

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National Fire Protection Associations Diamond
System

• Indicates chemicals stored in area
• Blue, red, yellow and white diamonds
• Numerical scale 0 to 4
• Indicate worst case, but no specifics
• Meant to aid emergency personnel and the Public

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NFPA DIAMOND
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Quick Overview of Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)

• PPE must be available
• PPE must be used
• Face and head
• Body and hands
• Legs and feet

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Summary

• Chemicals present health dangers
• Entire body can be affected
• Read and follow label instructions
• Read and follow MSDSs
• Know the signs
• Use PPE