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2. Workplace Chemicals: Handle with Care
CHEMICAL SAFETY T
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3. WHAT’S AT STAKE Toxic chemicals Almost every home and workplace
Chemical processing
Great quantities
Small, everyday tasks

4. WHAT’S THE DANGER Chemicals can harm
Acids and caustics burn skin and eyes
Toxic chemicals
Fire, explosion
Violent chemical reactions
Mishandled chemicals

5. EXAMPLE Didn’t think she was exposed
Cleaning products used in her home
Plant office work area

6. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Receive training
Recognize chemical hazards
Read and understand the label
MSDS
Safe handling procedures

7. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Correct personal protective equipment:
Goggles
Gloves
Respirator
Apron
Boots

8. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Know how to find and operate eyewashes and safety showers – rinse for a minimum of 20 minutes
Maintain a set of work clothes or coveralls
Learn other chemical emergency procedures
Call for help
Clean up spills
Fight a chemical fire

9. Handling and storing chemicals correctly minimizes hazards.
Final Word
Your workplace chemical safety training is designed to keep you from being injured or developing health problems.
Take this training seriously, and take it home to keep you and your family safe.
Handling and storing chemicals correctly minimizes hazards.