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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Volunteer Training

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Volunteer Training. OVERVIEW. Event Operations Hazards PPE Incidents/ Emergencies. EVENT OPERATIONS. Traffic Control Vehicle Unloading Waste Identification Unacceptable Items Segregation/ Sorting Bulking. TRAFFIC CONTROL.

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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Volunteer Training

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  1. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Volunteer Training

  2. OVERVIEW • Event Operations • Hazards • PPE • Incidents/ Emergencies

  3. EVENT OPERATIONS • Traffic Control • Vehicle Unloading • Waste Identification • Unacceptable Items • Segregation/ Sorting • Bulking

  4. TRAFFIC CONTROL • Keep traffic moving at a SLOW controlled pace. • Queue cars to unloading area and have them come to a complete stop and turn off engine. • Ensure that vehicles do not stop to close together and crowd unloading area. • Ask patrons to remain in vehicle while materials are unloaded. • When finished unloading ask that patrons depart SLOWLY • Smile and tell patrons“Thank you and have a great day”. • Traffic control is one of the most important elements for having a safe and successful collection event.

  5. VEHICLE UNLOADING • Unload at a controlled but steady pace. Work quickly but do not rush. • Be alert for moving vehicles. Do not stand between cars coming and going. • Be aware of dirty gloves when opening car doors and trunks. • Take care when removing materials from vehicles. Be alert for leaking or open containers, broken handles (esp. milk cartons), etc. • Look for unlabeled or unidentified containers. Ask patrons what is in the containers. • Look for unacceptable materials. Alert Site Manager if these items are encountered. • Smile and tell patrons “Thank you and have a great day”.

  6. WASTE IDENTIFICATION • “What is it?” Look at the label. • Look for key words • Flammable • Corrosive • Poison • Toxic • Dangerous • Oxidizer • Look for main ingredients • Flammable - Mineral Spirits, Thinners, Gasoline, Lighter fluid, Acetone • Corrosive • Acids- Hydrochloric/ Muriatic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Sulfuric Acid • Bases/ Caustics - Sodium/ Ammonium Hydroxides, lye, caustic soda, ammonia • Oxidizers – pool chlorine, bleach, sodium hypochlorite, moth balls • Toxic/ Poisons – malathion, diazonon, chloropyrifos, DDT, Arsenic, cyanide, Insecticide/ Herbicide • Water Reactive – calcium carbide (gopher gas) • Spontaneously Combustible – aluminum powders

  7. WASTE IDENTIFICATION – DOT Labels

  8. WASTE IDENTIFICATION – Problematic Materials • Keep an eye out for the following specialty items: • Wood preservatives containing Pentachlorophenol • Fiberglass resin kits containing Organic peroxides • Part A and Part B Resin compounds (Isocyanates or Amines) • Picric Acid • Old Ether Cans Alert Site Manager if these items are encountered.

  9. UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS • Explosives – ammunition, gun powder, fireworks, flares, TNT/ dynamite • Biological/ Medical waste – hypodermic needles, bloody rags, specimens/ critters • Radioactives – smoke detectors, exit signs • PCBs – transformer oil, old lamp ballasts • Compressed gas cylinders – propane, freon, oxygen, acetylene • Municipal Garbage • Commercial/ Business Waste • Large quantities of same item • 55 - gallon drums • Materials delivered in commercial vehicle • Items not normally for residential use • Alert Site Manager if these items are encountered.

  10. SORTING/ SEGREGATION

  11. BULKING BASICS(LATEX AND OIL ONLY) • Pay attention to what you are bulking – make sure it looks like what it is supposed to be. • Be alert for odors not typical of the material you are bulking. If suspect notify Site Manager or Site Chemist. • Pesticide odors • Solvent/ gasoline odor • Chlorine/ ammonia • Watch level of materials in containers – DO NOT OVERFILL. • Ensure that full containers are closed properly before moving. • Be alert for chemical reactions. • Smoke or vapor generation • Excessive bubbling • Heat generation • Fire

  12. HAZARDS • Hazard awareness is the first step to incident prevention • Two major categories of concern • Chemical • Physical

  13. CHEMICAL HAZARDS • General Properties • Flammable – produce vapors that can ignite and cause fire. Vapors can also be harmful if inhaled. • Oxidizing – liberate oxygen readily that feeds a combustion reaction with organic materials • Corrosive – can cause chemical burns upon exposure to skin, eyes or lungs • Toxic (Poisonous) – can cause disruption of organ and bodily functions. Affects can be acute (immediate) or chronic (long term). • Reactive –capable of undergoing a spontaneous or energetic reaction. May react with water, air, or other incompatible materials.

  14. CHEMICAL HAZARDS • Chemical Incompatibilities - DO NOT MIX • Acids with Bases (caustics) • Oxidizers/ Organic Peroxides with organics/ flammable liquids • Corrosives with organics/ flammable liquids • Acids with Cyanides • Calcium Carbide with water • Hardeners with organics/ paint • Ignition source and flammable materials • Cigarettes • Electronic Devices • Tools or other object that may spark with use • Cats and Dogs

  15. PHYSICAL HAZARDS • Heat Related • Recognize symptoms early • Dizziness • Cramps • Headache • Nausea • Drink plenty of water or electrolyte liquids. Drink BEFORE you get thirsty • Lifting and Carrying • Lift with legs not back • Do not attempt to lift heavy objects alone • Use carts to move materials over large distances • Distribute weight evenly on carts • Ensure that you can see where you are going • Be alert for sharp edges and broken glass containers • Stretch before and during work

  16. PHYSICAL HAZARDS (cont.) • Tools • Use the right tool for the job • Make sure the tool is in good condition • Use the tool correctly • Heavy Equipment and Vehicles • Be alert for moving vehicles and equipment • Do not walk or stand in the path of a moving vehicle • Operate Heavy equipment only with proper training • Critters and Bugs • Bees and Wasps • Spiders and Scorpions • Snakes • Ground cover • Be wary of vehicles pulling off to quickly. May cause tarp to be pulled out from under you. • Be alert for spills and wet spots that may increase chance for slipping. • Be extra careful of footing in foggy or rainy conditions

  17. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT • Unloading/ Segregation/ Packing • Safety Glasses • Gloves • Safety Shoes/ Boots (closed toe, gripping sole) • Long Sleeve Shirt and Pants • Vinyl Apron/ Tyvek Suit (optional) • Bulking • Safety Glasses • Gloves • Safety Shoes/ Boots • Long Sleeve Shirt and Pants • Tyvek Suit • Respirator w/ organic vapor cartridges (flammables only) • Contaminated PPE must be removed prior to entering Uncontaminated Zone!

  18. INCIDENTS/ EMERGENCIES • Spills • Fire • Chemical Reaction • Injury/ Exposure • Evacuation

  19. SPILLS • Notify site supervisor • Identify source of spill and material if possible • If from a leaking container take steps to stop leak (overpack, turn upright, tighten top, etc.) • Use spill pads and absorbents to contain and cleanup spills • For large liquid spills us absorbent and boom to create berms to prevent material from spreading • Use broom and shovel to sweep up absorbent and place in plastic bag or bucket along with pads • Direct spill cleanup to appropriate sorting/ packaging area. • Any spill regardless of size MUST be addressed immediately!

  20. FIRE • Follow established procedures to prevent fire • Eliminate ignition sources • Utilize proper flammable bulking procedures • Alert Site Supervisor • If possible cover and isolate • Use chemical fire extinguisher to put out fire. DO NOT use water to put out chemical fire • If fire cannot be contained evacuate area and contact Fire Authorities • Stay upwind of smoke • DO NOT be a Hero.

  21. CHEMICAL REACTION • Alert Site Supervisor or Site Chemist • If possible cover and isolate • If reaction cannot be neutralized or contained evacuate area and contact Authorities • Stay upwind of smoke or plumes • DO NOT be a Hero.

  22. INJURY/ EXPOSURE • Notify Site Supervisor • Proceed to Decon/ Safety Area • Eye Exposure • Raise hand and shout “I have something in my eye” • The nearest person should take them by the arm and direct them to the Decon/ Safety Area • Flush eyes at eyewash station with copious amounts of water • Skin Exposure • Proceed to safety shower • Remove affected clothing • Rinse affected area with water for a minimum of 10 minutes • Each incident will be evaluated to determine if further medical attention is required

  23. EVACUATION • Site supervisor will determine need for evacuation • Three (3) Horn blasts is signal for Evacuation • EVERYONE must proceed to established meeting location • Do not cross path of smoke or plumes • The best way to manage any incident/ emergency is to prevent it from occurring in the first place. Always work under control utilizing proper PPE and operating procedures.

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