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Don’t Guess At Hazards CHEMICAL SAFETY T1810-02 ©2008 Bongarde

WHAT’S AT STAKE We encounter many potentially dangerous substances at work

WHAT’S THE DANGER Corrosive Explosive Toxic Radioactive Reactive Flammable Combination

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF Find out what hazards are present, or may occur Proper safety procedures Hazard communication systems

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF 1) Detailed Labeling: Contents Name Manufacturer Hazards of use Safe handling First aid measures Unlabeled container Don’t use it Learn how to use and interpret them Don’t guess!

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF 2) Material Safety Data Sheets: Available for chemical substances found in the workplace Similar to the label but in more detail Emergency contact numbers Understand all instructions and precautions Always be available on the jobsite Ask your supervisor for help Kept up to date

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF 3) Worker Education: Active participation Education and training

EXAMPLE Container without a label Highly flammable Ignited vapors Deadly explosion

Final Word Get the information you need to work safely around hazardous chemicals. Learn how to protect yourself and others from exposure, spills and other incidents.