1. Hazard Communication Program (HAZCOM)
OSHA
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Presented By: Fred Holmes
eTech Environmental & Safety Solutions, Inc.

2. Hazard Communication
Training Objectives
At the end of this class, students are expected to:
Have a better understanding of HAZCOM.
Understand labels and warnings systems.
Understand the use of MSDS’s.
Have a basic understanding of protective measures.
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3. HAZCOM Standard Also known as “Right-To-Know”.
Hazard Communication
HAZCOM Standard
Also known as “Right-To-Know”.
Was created as a method to convey chemical hazards to:
Employees
Visitors
Contractors
Emergency Responders
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4. HAZCOM Standard – cont. Chemical manufacturers must:
Hazard Communication
HAZCOM Standard – cont.
Chemical manufacturers must:
Determine the hazards of chemicals they produce
Label all containers
Make and provide material safety data sheets (MSDS’s)
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5. HAZCOM Standard – cont. Employers must:
Hazard Communication
HAZCOM Standard – cont.
Employers must:
Create and maintain a written program on chemical hazards
List hazardous chemicals that they use
Maintain chemical records 30+ years
Provide MSDS’s to all affected personnel
Train employees about the standard, chemicals in their workplace, how to recognize, understand and use labels and MSDS’s and associated safe procedures
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6. HAZCOM Standard – cont. Employees must: Read labels and MSDS’s
Hazard Communication
HAZCOM Standard – cont.
Employees must:
Read labels and MSDS’s
Follow all applicable instructions and warnings
Identify hazards before starting a job and take appropriate precautions
Participate in training
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7. Chemical Hazards Hazards are broken down into two categories:
Hazard Communication
Chemical Hazards
Hazards are broken down into two categories:
Physical Hazards:
Flammable
Explosive
Reactive
Health Hazards
Corrosive
Toxic
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8. Hazard Communication
Physical Hazards
Flammable chemicals are those chemicals that can readily burn when exposed to extreme heat or flame
Examples include:
Crude Oil
Condensate
Paint Thinners
Parts Cleaners
WD 40
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9. Physical Hazards – cont.
Hazard Communication
Physical Hazards – cont.
Explosive hazards are those chemicals that may explode when exposed to shock, heat or excessive pressure.
Examples include:
Compressed Gas Cylinders
Aerosol Cans
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10. Physical Hazards – cont.
Hazard Communication
Physical Hazards – cont.
Reactive chemicals are those that react to another substance and may generate heat or give off toxic vapors.
Examples include:
Mixing bleach and ammonia
Mixing acids with caustics
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11. Hazard Communication
Health Hazards
Corrosive: Are those chemicals that may cause damage to the body.
Damage can range from minor irritation to destruction of tissue or organs.
Examples include:
Sulfuric, Hydrochloric and Nitric acids
Many Household Cleaners
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12. Hazard Communication
Health Hazards – cont.
Toxic: Are those chemicals that may penetrate the skin, be ingested or inhaled resulting in illness or damage to tissue and organs.
Examples include:
Pesticides
Herbicides
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13. Health Hazards Routes of Entry
Hazard Communication
Health Hazards Routes of Entry
Contact (Skin and Eye)
Inhalation
Ingestion (Swallowing)
Penetration (Absorbing through the Skin or by Injection)
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14. Health Hazard Exposures
Hazard Communication
Health Hazard Exposures
Are divided into two main groupings based upon dose.
Acute: Short-term effects that disappear when you are no longer exposed to the chemical.
Rashes
Burns
Chronic: Long-term effects that develop over prolonged exposure
Lung Damage
Liver Damage
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15. Labels and Warnings Are critical to your safety
Hazard Communication
Labels and Warnings
Are critical to your safety
Have similar information but may appear differently
Read the label before using any chemical
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16. NFPA Labels NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
Hazard Communication
NFPA Labels
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
Developed a standardized label for conveying chemical hazards – NFPA 704
Uses colors to identify the hazard area
Uses numbers to rank the hazard
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17. Hazard Communication
NFPA Labels – cont.
Scale: 0 (Minimal or No Hazard) to 4 (Extreme Hazard)
Number will be placed in the center of each color
Exception: White which is used for special information
FIRE
HEALTH
REACTIVITY
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18. Multiple Information Labels
Hazard Communication
Multiple Information Labels
Use HMIS or NFPA Format
Give additional information such as the generic name, personal protective equipment and CAS numbers.
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19. DOT Labels Use symbols numbers and colors to convey hazards
Hazard Communication
DOT Labels
Use symbols numbers and colors to convey hazards
Numbers are hazard class numbers, not NFPA and correspond to the symbol for the type or hazard
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20. DOT Labels – cont. Color Hazard Symbol
Red Flammable liquid or gas Flame
Yellow Oxygen or Oxidizer Flame circled at base
Orange Explosive Explosion
Green Compressed Gas Gas cylinder
Blue Dangerous When Wet W with a slash
Black & White Corrosive Drops eating a hole in a persons hand

21. Hazardous Waste
Make sure that the container is the correct one that you are dumping waste into
Never mix wastes that are not compatible
Make sure that all information is filled out before affixing the label

22. Labels and Warnings Must be adhered to
Hazard Communication
Labels and Warnings
Must be adhered to
Any damaged or illegible hazard label must be immediately replaced
If you are not sure of the hazards associated with the chemicals you are using, ask your immediate supervisor before using them
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23. MSDS Are created by the chemical manufacturer
Hazard Communication
MSDS
Are created by the chemical manufacturer
Must accompany the initial shipment
Must be sent anytime the hazards or formulation change
Must be maintained in a chemical inventory for 30+ years
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24. MSDS Information At a Minimum, a MSDS must contain:
Hazard Communication
MSDS Information
At a Minimum, a MSDS must contain:
Product Identification
Composition/Information on
Ingredients
Hazard Identification
First Aid Measures
Fire Fighting Measures
Accidental Release Measures
Handling & Storage
Exposure Controls/PPE
Physical & Chemical Properties
Stability & Reactivity
Toxicological Information
Ecological Information
Disposal Considerations
Transport Information
Regulatory Information
Other Information
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NOTE: MSDS is considered the best source for first aid information

25. Hazard Communication
MSDS Storage
MSDS for chemicals used by each facility are to be maintained at a place where they can be readily accessed by individuals using the chemicals.
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26. Hazard Communication
MSDS Protocols
All chemicals brought into a facility should be evaluated by the area safety representative and supervisor.
The hazards of the chemicals should be conveyed to the individuals using or exposed to the chemicals prior to use.
This includes:
Samples
Store Purchases
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27. Hazard Communication
Storage
When not in use, all hazardous chemicals should be stored in designated chemical lockers.
Chemicals must be stored by compatibility in a neat and orderly fashion.
An inventory, listing the identity of the chemicals must be maintained on the locker.
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28. Hazard Communication
Spills and Leaks
Any leaks observed are to be immediately reported and stopped.
All spills are to be immediately cleaned up and the resulting waste properly disposed.
Only trained personnel should attempt to cleanup spills.
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29. Hazard Communication
Spills and Leaks – cont.
If you have any doubt about how to correctly clean up the spill, or do not know what it is, contact your immediate supervisor right away.
Never Attempt to clean up a spill before identifying the product and it’s associated hazards
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30. Personal Protective Equipment
Hazard Communication
Personal Protective Equipment
Always wear the appropriate type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when handling any chemical.
If you are not sure of the correct PPE to use, contact you supervisor and review the MSDS before handling the chemical.
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31. Hazard Communication
Contractors
Contractors are required to provide an MSDS for any chemical they bring into the facility.
Chemicals used by contractors should be evaluated and the hazards conveyed to exposed individuals prior to use.
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32. Summary Identify chemical hazards by reading the labels and MSDS’s.
Hazard Communication
Summary
Identify chemical hazards by reading the labels and MSDS’s.
Follow all warnings and instructions for use and handling.
Use the correct PPE.
Practice safe, sensible work habits.
Know correct emergency procedures.
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33. If you do not know what it is or how its supposed to be used…….
Hazard Communication
Summary
If you do not know what it is or how its supposed to be used…….
ASK!!!
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