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2. HAZARDOUS WASTE
CHEMICAL SAFETY T
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3. WHAT’S AT STAKE
Understand the potential hazards that you may be exposed to
Know how to use personal protective equipment
Your health may be at risk

4. WHAT’S THE DANGER
Hazardous waste sites contain toxic chemicals that can affect your health
The effects of an exposure to these chemicals can impact your health and your ability to work

5. EXAMPLE: Benzene, a known cancer-causing agent Inhalation
Skin absorption
Proper personal protective equipment

6. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
Law designed to protect you
Facility has a written safety plan
Employers develop a site-specific work plan
Workers need to be properly trained
Workers participate in a medical surveillance program

7. Final Word
Workers need to know how to protect themselves, not only during emergencies, but also during normal operations.