Chemical Hygiene Plan
North Seattle Community College
General Awareness Session
Chemical Hygiene Plan Understanding MSDSs Practical Exercise
Training Overview Purpose and Policy and Responsibilities Hazardous Chemicals on Campus Labeling, Storage, and Disposal Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) Information and Training Emergency Procedures and Control Measures SOP’s Exposure Monitoring and Medical Attention
Purpose and Policy Purpose:» ensure that the hazards are evaluated» information conveyed to employees
Policy:» you are entitled to a safe and healthy place to
work, and» have a right to know what you may be
exposed to and how to protect yourself
Employer Responsibilities Develop and implement a written Chemical Hygiene
Plan Inventory all hazardous materials on campus and
acquire all necessary Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
Identify hazards by labeling chemicals using MSDSs Train employees on physical and health hazards and
protective measures Provide medical monitoring for employees
Employee Responsibilities Follow all procedures and policies relating to
chemicals and follow appropriate laboratory procedures and rules as outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan
Refrain from operations without proper instruction and/or authorization
Seek out and request information Wear appropriate protective equipment Report accidents immediately, even minor injuries
or exposures
Chemical Hygiene Plan Personnel
Program Administrator : Tom Griffith Program Coordinator: Frank Deering
Hazardous Chemicals on Campus (pictures)
Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Corrosives - Nitric Acid Oxidizers - Silver Nitrate General Organic
Compounds - Aniline Caustics - Calcium Oxide Explosive Metals - Sodium Explosive Anhydrides and
Anhydrous Compounds - Sodium Peroxide
Ketones - Acetone
Poisons - Potassium Cyanide
General Inorganic compounds - Calcium Carbide
Flammable Metals - Magnesium
Flammables - Ethanol, Butanol, Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Labels - Basics Identity of the hazardous chemical(s) Appropriate hazard warning Name, address and emergency telephone
# of the chemical manufacturer or other responsible party
Appropriate protective equipment Carcinogenicity warning if applicable
Labels - Other Information
Signal word - Danger!, Warning!, or Caution! Statement of hazard Instructions in case of contact or exposure First-Aid or antidote Instructions in case of fire, spill, or leak Instructions for container handling and storage Never remove label and if transferred to a new container
label it with appropriate information - chemical name etc
HMIS Label - used on campus as
secondary labeling system -see cover of
Hazard Communication Notebook for details
Labels- Symbols and Pictures
Labels - ExamplePlate-X Gold Plating Solution
DANGER !May be fatal if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.
Do not breathe vapor or mist.Do not get into eyes, on skin, or on clothing.Exposure causes weakness, headache, cyanosis, loss of
consciousness, respiratory arrest, or death.Target organs - blood, metabolic enzymes, skin, lungs.Physicians - treat exposure victims for cyanide poisoning.Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for additional Information.
ABC Chemical Company123 Hazard Drive
Anywhere, NY 13333800-123-4567
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
Chemical document put out by manufacturer detailing physical and health hazards
one for every hazardous chemical on campus
master file located in the hallway behind AS1519
review before working with unfamiliar chemicals
Information on MSDSs .I Identity and date of
preparation Manufacturer’s name
and emergency tel. # Hazard ingredients Physical and
chemical properties - flash pt., appearance and odor etc
Information on MSDSs .II Control measures Physical hazards Routes of entry into
body Acute and chronic
health effects Carcinogenicity Handling and storage
conditions
Information and Training General Awareness Session (today) Division Training » Locate Chemical Hygiene Plan Notebook -
Contains specific hazards, SOP’s, potential exposures and protective measures available
» Refer all safety questions to Chemical Hygiene Officer
Employee Training Record - needs to be completed at the end of Training today
Chemical Sensitivities .I 650K hazardous
chemicals used in the workplace
Individual variable immune response
Low dose exposure over longer period of time can alter function of immune system
Chemical Sensitivities .II Effects develop slowly Symptoms include
Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Examples include - pesticides, tobacco smoke, artificial fragrances, vehicle exhausts, solvents
Chemical Sensitivities .III NSCC Indoor Air Quality
Policy NSCC encourages a
scent and pollutant free environment
Specially designated scentfree classrooms
Compliance process - contact president’s office for copy of IAQ
Protective Measures .I
routes of entry» inhalation» ingestion» skin or eye contact and/or absorption
exposure = dose + duration
Protective Measures .III
Avoid Inhalation»use proper ventilation
»use respiratory protection
»Check MSDS for specific requirements
Protective Measures .V
Prevent Ingestion» no eating, drinking, or smoking around
chemicals» wash hands frequently» label everything» read labels and MSDS’s
Protective Measures .VII Prevent Skin or Eye Contact» wear protective equipment»minimize the area of exposed skin
Protective Measures - Review Avoid Inhalation» use proper ventilation» use respiratory protection
Prevent Ingestion» no eating, drinking, or smoking around chemicals» wash hands frequently» read labels
Prevent Skin or Eye Contact» wear protective equipment» minimize the area of exposed skin
Handle With Caution
use common sense approach» read labels, follow their directions
» think about consequences
» treat all substances as if they are hazardous
»practice good chemical hygiene
Emergency Procedures chemical spills
Activate alarms in larger spill (< 5 gallons) situations
Treat life threatening injuries Evacuate and call SFD x9-911 and Campus
Security x3636 Contain the spill - read MSDS Wear protective equipment during cleanup Best response is preparation
Emergency Procedurespersonal contamination
flood contaminated area with water
remove contaminated clothing
rinse with water for 15 minutes
seek medical attention
Emergency Procedureschemical in the eye(s)
flush eyeballs and inner eyelids
forcibly hold eyes open
irrigate for at least 15 minutes
seek medical attention if irritation persists
Summary
You may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or chemicals products used on campus
Information is available on labels and MSDSs
Program is in place in your work area to inform and train you
Chemical Hygiene Plan
Exercise