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Hazard Communication and Laboratory Safety

Hazard Communication and Laboratory Safety. Jay Abbt, Daron White Environmental Health & Safety Department Adapted from TAMUs Lab Safety Program. Contents. Section One Safety on Campus Section Two Hazard Communication Section Three General Safety Section Four Chemical Safety

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Hazard Communication and Laboratory Safety

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  1. Hazard Communication and Laboratory Safety Jay Abbt, Daron White Environmental Health & Safety Department Adapted from TAMUs Lab Safety Program

  2. Contents • Section One • Safety on Campus • Section Two • Hazard Communication • Section Three • General Safety • Section Four • Chemical Safety • Section Five • Emergency Response SAFETY

  3. Safety Contacts • Ethics Point (reporting unsafe conditions) • 1.888.501.3850 • Emergency (FD, PD, EMS) • (936) 261-4911 • 4-911 • UPD (non-emergency) • (936) 261-1375 • EHS (8-5) • (936) 261-1745/1746 • EMAIL • ehs@pvamu.edu • Maintenance (Trouble Call) • (936) 261-9700 Emergency 4-911 Section One

  4. Environmental Health & Safety Programs • Biological Safety • Chemical Safety • CPR, First Aid, AED • Construction Plan Review • Defensive Driver • Fire & Life Safety • Fume Hood Testing • Spill Response • Hazard Communication • Hazardous Waste • Industrial Hygiene • Laboratory Safety • Laser Safety • Protocol Review • Radiological Safety • Safety Inspections • Safety Training SectionOne

  5. Reporting Accidents • Actual Accidents and Injuries: Report Immediately! • Near Accidents: Inform Supervisor & EHS • Hazardous Conditions: Inform Supervisor FIRST REPORT OF INJURY Completed by Supervisor http://www.tdi.state.tx.us/forms/dwc/dwc001rpt.pdf Section One

  6. Purpose of Hazard Communication • To ensure that employers and employees know about work hazards and how to protect themselves so that the incidence of illnesses and injuries due to hazardous chemicals is reduced. Section Two

  7. Texas Hazard Communication • Applies to all employees working for this state who may be exposed to hazardous chemicals under normal operating conditions or foreseeable emergencies Section Two

  8. Texas Hazard Communication An official Texas Department of State Health Services “Notice to Employees” must be posted at the location(s) within each workplace where notices are normally posted Section Two

  9. General HazCom Requirements for Prairie View A&M University • Laboratory Safety Manual is available at:http://www.pvamu.edu/pages/547.asp • Workplace Chemical Lists • Material Safety Data Sheets • Labeling • Training • Workplace Program Section Two

  10. Laboratory Requirements • Training • Supervision • Material Safety Data Sheets • Primary and Secondary Container Labeling • PPE • Work Area Chemical Inventory (Lab, stockroom, and/or bldg list) Section Two

  11. TrainingRequirements • When assignment begins • Whenever a New or Increased Hazard is Introduced • Whenever New and Significant Hazard Information is Received for a Chemical in the Work Area Section Two

  12. General Safety Training • Information on MSDS and how to obtain them • Information on labels • Generic information on hazardous chemicals • First Aid • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • Chemical spill clean-up • Chemical Waste Disposal Section Two

  13. Work Area Specific Training • Information on hazardous chemicals • Location of MSDSs • PPE • First Aid • Spill clean-up • Chemical Waste Disposal Lab Manager/PI Section Two

  14. Material Safety Data Sheets Requirements • Readily Accessible • Work Area File • Manufacturer/Distributor • EHS: 936.261.1745 / 1746 http://www.pvamu.edu/pages/547.asp • Current Section Two

  15. Material Safety Data Sheets Information • Identification • Manufacturer Name and Address • Physical and Chemical Characteristics • Physical Hazards • Health Hazards • Routes of Entry • Exposure Limits • Carcinogenicity • Safe Handling • Emergency and First-Aid Section Two

  16. Primary Container Labeling • Identity • Hazards • Manufacturer Section Two

  17. Secondary Container Labeling • Identity (as it appears on the MSDS) • Hazards (words, pictures and/or symbols) (In research laboratory, chemicals must be readily identifiable) Section Two

  18. OX-Oxidizer ACID-Acid ALK-Alkali W-Use no Water Labeling:N.F.P.A. 704 Flash Point 4-Below 73oF 3-Below 100oF 2-Above 100oF Not Exceeding 200oF 1-Above 200oF 0-Will Not Burn 4-Deadly 3-Extreme Danger 2-Hazardous 1-Slightly Hazardous 0-Normal 4-May Detonate 3-Shock and Heat May Detonate 2-Violent Chemical Change 1-Unstable if Heated 0-Stable Section Two

  19. Labeling D.O.T. Section Two

  20. Labeling • N.F.P.A. • D.O.T. Section Two

  21. Safety Considerations • Hazard • The source of danger (chemical, electrical, hot surface, etc.) • Risk • The likelihood of occurrence (Taking into account the length of exposure to the hazard) • Consequence • Outcome & Impact (due to exposure to the hazard) Section Three

  22. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  23. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  24. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  25. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  26. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  27. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  28. Physical Hazards • Electrical • Cuts & Puncture Wounds • Mechanical • Noise • Temperature • Projectiles • Housekeeping Section Three

  29. Section Three

  30. Section Three

  31. Section Three

  32. Compressed Gases • Gases -- Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Explosive • Hazards • Weight • Sudden release of pressure • Regulator (appropriate type) • Properly Secured • Report any Leaks • Have Identification • Know Procedures • Remove Empty Cylinders Section Three

  33. Liquid Cryogens • Cryogens, such as liquid nitrogen, oxygen, and helium are extremely cold liquids that can produce a painful burn. • Cryogens can expand rapidly and must never be contained in a closed system. • Eyes and bare skin can be injured immediately if they come into contact with cryogens. Section Three

  34. Liquid Nitrogen Burn to the Hand Section Three

  35. What Should I Look For on Cryogenic Cylinders? • Cylinders should be tested every five years. Contact EHS for details. • Look for swelling (ribbing) of the external tank. If evidence exists, contact EHS immediately! Section Three

  36. What Should I Look For on Cryogenic Cylinders? • Report any excessive venting or leakage to the vendor and EHS. • Always check that a pressure relief valve and rupture disc are present on the cylinder prior to filling or usage Section Three

  37. Pressure Relief Valve and Rupture Disc Section Three

  38. Section Three

  39. Chemical Storage • Store by hazard class • Date when received and when opened • Separate incompatibles • Keep from heat/sunlight • Label properly (secondary container) • Minimize quantities • Do not store flammables in household refrigerator or freezer • Protect against spills • Dispose of outdated, questionable or unneeded Section Three

  40. What’s wrong with these pictures? Section Three

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  42. What’s wrong with this picture? Section Three

  43. What’s wrong with this picture? Section Three

  44. Section Three

  45. Hazard Reduction • Engineering Controls • Substitution • Elimination of the hazard • Administrative (rules, signs, training) • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Section Three

  46. Chemical Fume Hood • Keep sash closed • Raise large equipment • Keep equipment at least 6” from face • Keep clean • Not for storage • No perchloric acid • Do not modify • Do not block airflow • Avoid rapid movement Section Three

  47. What’s wrong with this picture? Section Three

  48. Personal Protective Equipment • Eyes • Safety Glasses, Chemical Splash Goggles, Full Face Shield (with protective eyewear) • Hands • Appropriate Type of Gloves • Body • Lab Coat, Apron, Tie Long Hair Back, Closed Toe Shoes, and Other Appropriate Clothing • Respiratory • Dust Mask, Full and Half Face Respirators, SCBA Section Three

  49. Hazardous Waste • Use appropriate container • No “Incompatible Waste” • Allow for expansion • Keep closed • Label “Hazardous Waste” • Identify contents Section Three

  50. Hazardous Waste • Deface container label • Complete Hazardous Waste Tag • Contact EHS for vendor information so you can purchase tags to have available for use. Section Three

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