1. HAZARD COMMUNICATION

2. HAZCOM YOU have the Right and Need to know: What hazardous chemicals you work with, Associated hazards, and How to protect yourself from these hazards

3. OSHA Rule Employers are to provide a safe working environment. Employees are to obey safety rules set up by employers

4. Hazard Communication Standard 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.1200 Provide employees with information to help them know chemical hazards in their workplace Prevent exposure to these chemicals

5. Requirements of Standard Written program to cover issues of chemical safety and hazard communication (HazCom) Policy on Labels to identify each chemical Policy on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) Safe work procedures/practices Employee training

6. The “Right to Know” Law Ensures all employees’ right to know the hazards of chemicals they work with at their job Mandates that employers must provide training and information about chemicals they work with How to understand - chemical labels –Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) –training on hazard communication –written HazCom plan

7. Hazard Communication and Chemical Safety Chemicals are all around us every day Chemicals can be –corrosive –reactive –flammable –explosive –oxidizing –inert

8. Chemical Safety In many cases, the chemicals you may be dealing with at work are no more dangerous than those you use at home However, at the workplace exposure is likely to be greater, concentrations higher, and the exposure time is longer Therefore, the potential danger is greater on the job.

9. Routes of Occupational Exposure Inhalation - nearly all materials that are airborne can be inhaled Skin Absorption - skin contact with a substance can result in four possible actions Ingestion - most workers do not deliberately swallow materials they handle Injection - associated with blood borne pathogens Ocular - absorbed through the eyes

10. The Hazards A chemical can cause a “physical hazard” or a “health hazard” The Hazard Communication Standard applies to both hazard types

11. Physical Hazards Physical hazards are exhibited by certain chemicals because of their physical properties -- flammability, reactivity, etc These chemicals fall into the following classes: – flammable liquids or solids – combustible liquids – compressed gases – explosives

12. Physical Hazards Corrosives Oxidizers Pyrophoric materials (may ignite spontaneously in air temperatures of 130ºF or below) Shock sensitives Water reactive materials

13. Health Hazards Health hazard - occurs when a chemical produces an acute or chronic health effect on exposed employees

14. Acute Health Effects Happen quickly High, brief exposure Examples – carbon monoxide poisoning – cyanide inhalation – hydrogen sulfide poisoning

15. Chronic Health Effects May be caused by chemical exposures that do not cause immediate, obvious harm or make you feel sick right away May not see, feel, or smell the danger Effects are long, continuous and follow repeated long-term exposure – Lung cancer from cigarette smoking – Black lung from coal mine dust

16. Keeping it Safe Safe handling procedures – read container labels – check Material Safety Data Sheets Never sniff a chemical for identification Use appropriate personal protective equipment Respect all chemicals Use proper storage procedures

17. Reading Chemical Labels Warning labels provide important information about the chemical  “Danger”  “Warning”  “ Caution” Always read the label before you begin a job using a potentially hazardous chemical

18. What is an MSDS? Material Safety Data Sheet Developed by chemical manufacturers and importers An MSDS must be on hand for each hazardous chemical used by the company

19. What information is on an MSDS? Chemical names Manufacturer info (name, address, and telephone) List of chemical ingredients Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL’s) or Threshold Limit Values (TLV’s) Proper handling Physical appearance Fire fighting method Handling spills Environmental info References Emergency contacts

20. Where Are Your MSDSs? MSDSs... must be readily accessible to employees during their work shift are typically kept in a centralized location must be updated as new information becomes available

21. Written Hazard Communication Plan The standard requires that GSU: Develops and implements a written hazard communication program Provides Hazard Communication training for you, its employees – Initially (to newly hired personnel) – Whenever a new hazard is introduced into the workplace -- When job responsibilities change

22. Written Hazard Communication Plan The plan includes – List of the hazardous chemicals in workplace – MSDS filing requirements – Labeling system used – Training – Methods to inform you of non-routine tasks and safe procedures – Methods to inform outside contractors of the HazCom program

23. Waste Management Red Waste Containers: Organic White Waste Containers: Inorganic Mixed Waste: Label in separate Ctnr NO Organic waste to sewer Vacuum Pump Oil in separate Ctnr. Batteries to designated Ctnr. Aerosols to designated Ctnr Light bulbs to original Ctnr

24. Waste Management Affix Waste Label on Container Indicate Types of Waste in Container Keep Waste Container Capped all the time Discard Old / Unused Chemicals Clean all Spills immediately Manage Universal Waste Properly Label all Containers Keep all Containers Capped Call 7161 for Waste Removal

25. Contractor Requirements Contractors must abide by the applicable provisions of Federal, State, and local “Hazard Communication” and “Right-To-Know” laws Any contractor NOT meeting the provisions of the laws will be asked to cease work until compliance is achieved

26. Contractor Requirements The contractor will provide MSDSs for any hazardous chemical brought to GSU The contractor will maintain a copy of the Hazard Communication Program The contractor will certify that it has met the provisions of applicable laws The contractor will notify the Safety department The contractor will state where chemicals will be used or stored

27. Employee Responsibilities : Know where to obtain information about hazardous chemicals used in your work area Read/Understand labels/MSDSs before you start working Ask questions if you are not sure Keep your work area clean Use required protective equipment/clothing Do NOT eat, drink or smoke around chemicals Practice good personal hygiene practices, e.g. wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking Learn emergency procedures for your area Follow procedures for disposal and spill clean-up