1. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Course Number NSTC-05 Revised 11–2010

2. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 2 Introduction

3. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 3 Goal To ensure participants can recognize health and physical hazards in the workplace and take steps to control those hazards.

4. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 4 Objectives Participants will be able to: Explain the components of a hazard communication program. Describe methods for detecting the presence or release of hazardous chemicals. Use the available resources including placards, MSDS, and PADS for identifying and controlling the physical and health hazards of chemical and physical agents.

5. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 5 HAZCOM STANDARD AND DEFINITIONS

6. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 6 Hazardous Substance The OSHA definition of a hazardous substance is any biological agent and other disease-causing agent which after release into the environment and upon exposure, ingestion, inhalation, or assimilation into any person...will or may reasonably be anticipated to cause death, disease, behavioral abnormalities, cancer, genetic mutation, physiological malfunctions...or physiological deformations in such persons or their offspring. OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.120 (a) (3)

7. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 7 HAZCOM: “The Right to Know” Standard The Hazard Communication Standard (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200) requires employers to establish hazard communication programs to transmit information on the hazards of chemicals in the workplace. This standard ensures that all employees have the "right-to-know" the hazards and identities of the chemicals they work with which will reduce the incidence of chemically—related occupational illnesses and injuries. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200

8. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 8 HAZCOM Standard Responsibilities Chemical Importers & Manufacturers EmployersEmployees Determine the physical and health hazards Develop a written HAZCOM program Read labels and MSDSs Provide container labels Inform employees about the program Follow instructions and warnings Provide an MSDS for each manufactured or imported product Provide training to understand and use labels and MSDSs Use the correct PPE OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200

9. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 9 HAZCOM Program Elements Employee training Hazardous substances list MSDS for employees Labeling Communication with employees BP ASH page 22; ASH, page 8

10. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 10 Basic Toxicology Acute Vs. Chronic Health Effects Local Vs. Systemic Health Effects Routes of Entry Inhalation Absorption (skin and eyes) Ingestion (dust and liquids) Injection Dose / Response

11. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 11 Hazardous Chemicals Flammables / Combustibles — Crude Oil Corrosives / Irritants — Acid Systemic Poisons — Methanol Other Toxic Chemicals Carcinogens — Benzene Asphyxiates — Nitrogen Allergic sensitizers — Gluteraldehyde

12. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 12 LABELS AND PLACARDS

13. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 13 Labels / Placards National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS) Department of Transportation (DOT) * * HAZWOPER Module

14. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 14 Labels / Placards Manufacturer’s Label: Warnings NFPA 704: Hazard Colors and Rankings HMIS: Hazard Colors and Rankings DOT Placards: Hazard Class Numbers, Names, Symbols and Colors * * HAZWOPER Module

15. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 15 Labeling Must Include All containers of hazardous chemicals must have labels containing the following: Common name Name, address, and emergency number of the manufacturer or importer Principle hazards: physical and health

16. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 16 NFPA Diamond

17. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 17 NFPA Exercise What does each color, number and symbol in this placard mean?

18. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 18 Health Hazard (BLUE) - possibility of injury 4 = could cause death or irreversible injury 3 = could cause serious temporary or irreversible injury 2 = could cause temporary incapacitation 1 = could cause irritation 0 = no health hazard. Flammability (RED) - possibility of ignition 4 = flammable vapor or gas which burns readily 3 = flammable liquid or solid which can be readily ignited 2 = must be heated for ignition 1 = must be preheated before ignition can occur 0 = no fire hazard (YELLOW) Reactivity (YELLOW) - possibility of reaction 4 = readily capable of detonation or explosive reaction 3 = may detonate when exposed to heat of initiating source 2 = readily capable of nonexplosive reaction 1 = may become unstable at high temperatures 0 = stable materials Developed by the National Paint and Coatings Association HEALTH REACTIVITY PERSONAL PROTECTION FLAMMABILITY Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS)

19. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 19 Hazardous Materials Identification System

20. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 20 Sample DOT Placards ERG, pages 16-17

21. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 21 NFPA vs. DOT Placards NFPA Diamond 0–4 = Increasing severity of hazard 4 colors = Hazard types DOT Placard 1–9 = Hazard classes Colors and color combinations = Hazard classes 4 digit ID number or code = Specific hazardous substance ERG, pages 16-17

22. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 22 MSDS and PADS

23. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 23 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) The best source for information about the product Core element of the HAZCOM Program Different formats and forms Employer must have one for each product in the workplace Use the latest version

24. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 24 Accessing an MSDS Hard Copies Supervisor Safety Department Industrial Hygienists Safety Coordinator Company Database

25. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 25 Sections of an MSDS Section 1: Product and Company Identification Manufacturer’s name, address, emergency number Section 2: Composition & Information on Ingredients OSHA hazardous components, significant non- hazardous components Section 3: Hazards Identification Physical properties, significant physical hazards; adverse health effects, potential environmental hazards, OSHA regulatory status

26. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 26 Sections of an MSDS Section 4: First Aid Measures Instructions for treatment Section 5: Firefighting Measures Basic firefighting and extinguishing methods Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Actions to be taken to minimize adverse effects of a spill, leak or release Section 7: Handling and Storage Practices for safe handling and storage

27. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 27 Sections of an MSDS Section 8: Exposure Controls and PPE Exposure guidelines and PPE recommendations Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Data to characterize the material and design safe work practices Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Conditions that affect stability and products resulting from decomposition

28. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 28 Sections of an MSDS Additional sections not required by OSHA Section 11: Toxicological Information Section 12: Ecological Information Section 13: Disposal Considerations Section 14: Transport Information Section 15: Regulatory Information Section 16: Other Information

29. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 29 Physical Agent Data Sheets (PADS) The State of Alaska regulates 8 physical hazards in the workplace. The State provides data sheets related to those hazards called PADS. The physical hazards covered by the PADS are: heat stresslaserhand/arm vibration ionizing radiation cold stressnoiseradio frequency/ microwave ultraviolet exposure

30. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 30 State of Alaska: PADS http://www.labor.state.ak.us/lss/pads/pads.htm

31. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 31 MSDS Exercise The purpose of this exercise is to become familiar with how to read and understand an MSDS. Working in small groups of 2–5, use the sample MSDS to answer the questions in the handout. Let the instructor know when you are finished. Groups will report back and discuss their answers.

32. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 32 Hazard Control Measures Engineering Controls (detection, ventilation, shielding) Administrative Controls (substitution, employee rotation, training) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (goggles, gloves, boots) ASH page 1; BP ASH, page 39

33. © 1997-2010 NSTC revised 2010 all rights reserved HAZCOM NSTC-05 33 Hazard Communication Summary Identify hazards before you start the job Read labels and MSDS/PADS Follow warnings and instructions Use correct PPE Label containers