Safety Tip: Chemical Handling
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Many chemicals have great potential to do great harm. This document provides 8 basic tips for safe chemical handling: 1) Read labels and MSDS sheets, 2) Wear proper protective equipment, 3) Follow all directions, 4) Know emergency procedures, 5) Work carefully and avoid shortcuts, 6) Report any issues, 7) Keep work areas neat and organized, and 8) Store chemicals properly. Additional chemical handling resources are also listed.
Safety Tip: Chemical Handling
- 1. Safety Tip: Basic Chemical Handling Browse PPE Safety Signs Many chemicals have great potential to do great harm. Use these basic tips as a starting point to ensure safe chemical handling: 1. Read the label. If you need more information, check the MSDS. 2. Dress the part. Wear proper protective clothing and equipment as required. 3. Follow directions. If the label says, "use only with adequate ventilation," make sure you do. Never mix chemicals unless you've been trained and authorized. 4. Know emergency procedures. Be familiar with first aid procedures, emergency eye wash showers and posted emergency phone numbers. 5. Be careful. Don't work alone, don't hurry or take shortcuts. 6. Report any suspected problems. Report any equipment that malfunctions or needs repair, as well as anything unusual about the chemicals. 7. Keep your work area neat, clean and organized. 8. Store everything properly. Close containers tightly. Keep flammables in a safe area. Chemical Handling Resources: NIOSH Chemical Safety page OSHA Hazard Communication page MSDS and Hazard Communication signs and labels. Chemical and Pesticide safety signs. ComplianceSigns, Inc. - 56 S. Main Street, Chadwick, IL 61014 - 800-578-1245 - www.ComplianceSigns.com