Failure to recognize the hazards
associated with chemicals can cause
chemical burns, respiratory problems, fires and explosions.
Solutions
1. Maintain a Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) for each chemical in the facility.
2. Make this information accessible to
employees at all times in a language or formats that are clearly understood by
all affected persons.
3. Train employees on how to read and
use the MSDS.
4. Follow manufacturer’s MSDS
instructions for handling hazardous chemicals.
5. Train employees about the risks of
each hazardous chemical being used.
6. Provide spill clean-up kits in areas
where
chemicals are stored.
7. Have a written spill control plan.
8. Train employees to clean up spills,
protect themselves and properly dispose of used materials.
9. Provide proper personal protective
equipment and enforce its use.
10. Store chemicals safely and securely.
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