Safety Orientation

Slide 1: 

4/12/2010 1 Safety Orientation

Welcome! : 

4/12/2010 2 Welcome! Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co, takes this opportunity to extend to you a warm welcome to our organization.

The Goal of Our Safety Program and Policies : 

4/12/2010 3 The Goal of Our Safety Program and Policies The goal of our safety program & policies is to ensure an accident-free workplace while maintaining a high level of production. Safety and Production go hand in hand All employees play a part in the helping to meet the goals and objectives of the safety program and are expected to promote safety.

NationalSafety Statistics : 

4/12/2010 4 NationalSafety Statistics Fourteen thousand Americans die from on-the-job accidents every year A worker is injured every 19 seconds Most accidents occur within an employee’s first six months on the job

Introduction : 

4/12/2010 5 Introduction Today’ s Safety Orientation will cover: The Safety & Health Program along with Emergency Procedures & Other Safety Awareness Issues That are specific to Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co.

Topics of Discussion : 

4/12/2010 6 Topics of Discussion Safety & Health Program Attire and Personal Protective Equipment Policy Safety Toe Shoe policy Enforcement/Discipline

Topics of Discussion (cont) : 

4/12/2010 7 Topics of Discussion (cont) Emergency Action Plan First – Aid Pedestrian Forklift PPE Hearing Conservation Ergonomics

Topics of Discussion (cont) : 

4/12/2010 8 Topics of Discussion (cont) Bloodborne Pathogen Lockout / Tagout Hazardous Communication (Right To Know)

Safety & Health Program : 

4/12/2010 9 Safety & Health Program Contract Workers Our safety and health program includes consideration for contract employees who may be in the plant from time to time. Contract employees will be subject to safety and health performance just like company employees. All contract employees are required to receive plant specific safety orientation prior to reporting to work. This training includes safety rules and procedures. Authority and resources The management at Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co. has committed safety and health protection by providing adequate resource allocations. Resources included a full time Safety Director and Human Resource Department.

Attire and Personal Protective Equipment Policy : 

4/12/2010 10 Attire and Personal Protective Equipment Policy ACCEPTABLE Sleeveless Shirts/t-shirts Long Sleeved Shirts/t-shirts Sweatshirts Short Sleeved Shirts/t-shirts Full length Jeans or Slacks UNACCEPTABLE Torn & loose fitting clothing Halter tops & Tube Tops Short Tops which show midriff skin Tank Tops Clothing with Obscene Images or Foul Language SHORTS*

Attire and Personal Protective Equipment Policy (Cont.) : 

4/12/2010 11 Attire and Personal Protective Equipment Policy (Cont.) Shorts will only be allowed when other clothing is worn over the shorts( for example, shorts may be worn under the powder coat tyek coveralls). Long hair can be a safety problem if it gets caught in equipment. Hair that is longer than shoulder length should be confined or tied back. Additional protective equipment may be required for specific jobs and/or areas

Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) : 

4/12/2010 12 Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) Safety glasses are required at all times in the facility, even in the front of the facility where flatbed trucks are being loaded.

Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) : 

4/12/2010 13 Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) Hearing Conservation: ALL areas in the facility are required the use of earplugs. Employee are to wear ear plugs in the Production areas at all times!

Hearing Conservation : 

4/12/2010 14 Hearing Conservation

Effects of noise : 

4/12/2010 15 Effects of noise Causes hearing loss Amount of damage depends upon the intensity of the noise and duration of exposure Noise-induced hearing loss can be temporary or permanent 1a

Effects of noise : 

4/12/2010 16 Effects of noise Prolonged exposure generally causes permanent damage Noise-induced permanent threshold shift is not reversible/cannot be medically treated 1b

Effects of noise : 

4/12/2010 17 Effects of noise Noise-induced hearing loss typically starts with hearing threshold shifts in the higher frequencies The type of hearing loss can be identified and measured with audiometric examination 1c

Noise hazards : 

4/12/2010 18 Noise hazards Noise is unwanted/unpleasant sound that may have a negative effect depending on: loudness/frequency duration of exposure how old/healthy person is 2a

Noise hazards : 

4/12/2010 19 Noise hazards Sound is measured by: frequency intensity Noise types include: wide band narrow band impulse 2b

Noise hazards : 

4/12/2010 20 Noise hazards Hearing protection must be provided when noise equals or exceeds an eight-hour time-weighted average of 85dB 2c

Noise hazards can cause: : 

4/12/2010 21 Noise hazards can cause: Drowsiness and irritability Inability to hear important instructions High blood pressure, ulcers, headaches 2d

Noise hazards can cause: : 

4/12/2010 22 Noise hazards can cause: Sleeping disorders Temporary or permanent hearing loss 2e

Hearing protection : 

4/12/2010 23 Hearing protection Factors taken into account when selecting hearing protection devices include: noise hazards noise frequencies fit and comfort noise reduction rating 4a

Purpose/procedure for audiometric testing : 

4/12/2010 24 Purpose/procedure for audiometric testing Checks a person’s hearing Trained technician uses an audiometer to send sounds through headphones 5a

Purpose/procedure for audiometric testing : 

4/12/2010 25 Purpose/procedure for audiometric testing Person being tested responds to the sounds when they are first heard Chart records responses 5b

Hearing protection makes common sense : 

4/12/2010 26 Hearing protection makes common sense You are ultimately responsible for your own hearing You have the most to lose if you suffer hearing loss Make sure earplugs fit properly 6a

Hearing protection makes common sense : 

4/12/2010 27 Hearing protection makes common sense Have an annual hearing test Keep hearing protection devices in good operation 6b

Hearing protection makes common sense : 

4/12/2010 28 Hearing protection makes common sense Don’t use homemade hearing protection devices Wear hearing protection devices at work as required 6c

Safety Toe Shoe Policy : 

4/12/2010 29 Safety Toe Shoe Policy The following policy applies to all employees that will be in the Production Areas of the plant. Safety toe shoes are required to be purchased and worn at all times. Safety Shoes must be NSI Approved.

Enforcement / Discipline of Safety Policies and Procedures : 

4/12/2010 30 Enforcement / Discipline of Safety Policies and Procedures The Supervisors, Management and the Safety Director will effectively enforce compliance of the safety and health policies and procedures as set forth in this policy.

Enforcement / Discipline of Safety Policies and Procedures (cont) : 

4/12/2010 31 Enforcement / Discipline of Safety Policies and Procedures (cont) For accountability purposes, any supervisor or employee or contract employee found violating any safety policy or procedure will be disciplined. Disciplinary action will depend on the seriousness of the violation, circumstances surrounding the violation, and its effect on operations and the safety of the employees.

Enforcement / Discipline of Safety Policies and Procedures (cont) : 

4/12/2010 32 Enforcement / Discipline of Safety Policies and Procedures (cont) OSHA mandates that as well as training and informing our employees we must also have an enforcement policy for these and other safety issues. A 4 – step system for compliance will be enforced.

4-step Discipline system for compliance : 

4/12/2010 33 4-step Discipline system for compliance Upon findings of a violation, the employee in violation will receive a verbal warning for the: 1st offense (which shall be documented and placed in your permanent file). The 2nd offense of an infraction will be a written warning with a signed acknowledgment by the offending employee (which is placed in the permanent file of the employee). The 3rd offense of an infraction will result in a three-day suspension without pay (which is also documented and placed in the permanent file). The 4th and final offense will result in immediate termination of employment

Emergency Action Plan : 

4/12/2010 34 Emergency Action Plan EAP Procedures are for Severe Weather & Evacuation (I.E. Fire, Chemical Release, Workplace Violence or for any reason Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co. may have to evacuate the facility.)

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Severe Weather Procedures : 

4/12/2010 35 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Severe Weather Procedures A weather monitoring station is monitored at all times by the office staff. Supervisors are kept informed of approaching severe weather.

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Severe Weather Procedures : 

4/12/2010 36 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Severe Weather Procedures In case of severe weather (tornado, high winds) that requires personnel to take shelter the notice will be announced over the intercom system by Office Staff. (If the system fails, runners with air horns will be used.) The announcement will preceded by touch tones

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Severe Weather Procedures : 

4/12/2010 37 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Severe Weather Procedures ANNOUCEMENT This is a Tornado (drill). Everyone is to shut off their equipment and take cover immediately in the designated area, where you are at this time. Do not leave the shelter until you receive the all clear notice

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 38 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures In case of an emergency that requires personnel to evacuate the facility, the notice will be announced over the intercom system by Office Staff. (If the system fails, runners with air horns will be used.)

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire or Emergency Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 39 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire or Emergency Evacuation Procedures ANNOUCEMENT FOR EVACUATION This is a emergency (drill). Everyone is to shut off their equipment, leave by the closet designated exit and report to their supervisor in the west parking lot immediately. (This announcement is repeated twice over the PA System)

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 40 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures The announcement will be proceeded by alternating tones on the touch tone pad of the phone. Exits and fire extinguisher locations are marked on a building outline in the vicinity of your time clock.

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4/12/2010 41 Employee Evacuation Staging Area Southwest Corner of Office Parking Lot

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 42 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures Go directly to the assembly area, which is located by the office building in the southwest corner of the property, where your supervisor will account for the people he/she is in charge of. You are to remain there at the assembly site until the Safety Director, Company President or a designate releases you.

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 43 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures Be aware of where exits & fire extinguishers are before the need arises! If necessary, use a fire extinguisher as an aid to get out. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO FIGHT ANY FIRE!

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 44 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures If an emergency occurs in your work area: Shut off what you are using Alert others Exit to the closest safe exit Go to the closet safe phone, call Office “0” INFORM OFFICE OF SITUATION Then call 9-911(even restricted phones will work) Send someone to shoulder of highway to direct emergency vehicles to location of fire

Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures : 

4/12/2010 45 Emergency Action Plan (cont.) Fire Evacuation Procedures If the assembly area is at risk of DANGER! Employees will then proceed to the lot on the south side of Highway 6 (USE CAUTION CROSSING) Remain in the assembly area until released!

Fire Extinguishers : 

4/12/2010 46 Fire Extinguishers

Fire Extinguishers : 

4/12/2010 47 Fire Extinguishers There are 47 ABC Fire extinguishers in the plant. Management wants employee’s to evacuate and use the fire extinguishers to aid in the evacuation!

Fire classifications : 

4/12/2010 48 Fire classifications Class A - ordinary combustibles Class B - flammable liquids Class C - electrical fires Class D - metals fires 1a

Fire extinguisher types : 

4/12/2010 49 Fire extinguisher types Extinguishing agent eliminates one of the vital elements of the fire Many types of extinguishers available Know location of extinguishers 1b

Appropriate use of extinguishers : 

4/12/2010 50 Appropriate use of extinguishers Alarm has been sounded Building has been evacuated Fire is small and confined 2a

Appropriate use of extinguishers : 

4/12/2010 51 Appropriate use of extinguishers You can fight the fire with your back toward an escape route The extinguisher matches the fire type The extinguisher works effectively 2b

Appropriate use of extinguishers : 

4/12/2010 52 Appropriate use of extinguishers You are properly trained in the use of the extinguisher You are confident you can put the fire out 2c

Inappropriate use of extinguishers : 

4/12/2010 53 Inappropriate use of extinguishers The fire is large and has grown beyond its original confined space Your escape path is threatened You are not sure if you have the correct type of fire extinguisher 3a

Personal hazards : 

4/12/2010 54 Personal hazards Smoke and noxious fumes Smoke and fumes cause unconsciousness Death may result 4a

PASS method of fighting fires : 

4/12/2010 55 PASS method of fighting fires Hold the extinguisher upright Pull the pin Aim at the base of the fire Squeeze the handle Sweep the base of the fire Do not aim high at the flames 5a

Medical Emergencies : 

4/12/2010 56 Medical Emergencies Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co. does not have a designated first-aid team. Safety Director is only employee required to response to medical emergencies.

Medical Emergencies (cont) : 

4/12/2010 57 Medical Emergencies (cont) There are employee’s that are trained in first – aid but are not required to render first aid. Althea Streff / Pipe Production John Schwab / Ultraflote Myron Alloway / Maintenance Earl Milton / Management Sue Neilsen / Office Jim Fischer / Ultraflote Jason Hafer / Shipping

Medical Emergencies (cont) : 

4/12/2010 58 Medical Emergencies (cont) In a medical emergency – The ill or injured person is not to be moved, unless there is a risk of further injury or death. (I.E. electrical shock) No employee is to transport injured or ill employee to a medical facility, an ambulance is to be called.

Medical Emergencies (cont) : 

4/12/2010 59 Medical Emergencies (cont) Hipco has 9 first – aid cabinets through out the facility. Someone is to stay with the ill or injured and someone is to call or page the safety director (who is a First Responder) or a certified responder. Then that person is to call 9-911 for an ambulance.

Medical Emergencies (cont) : 

4/12/2010 60 Medical Emergencies (cont) If employee decides to render first – aid, they should protect themselves from Bloodborne pathogens by putting on rubber gloves which are located in the first – aid cabinets.

Medical Emergencies (cont) : 

4/12/2010 61 Medical Emergencies (cont) If a employee renders first – aid, they would be protected under the Good Samaritan Law. If you are not trained in first – aid get help!

Medical Emergencies (cont) : 

4/12/2010 62 Medical Emergencies (cont) After the emergency the area will be taped off and left untouched until a accident investigation can be completed by Supervisor and/or safety director.

Persons to contact in case of accident or illness on the job. : 

4/12/2010 63 Persons to contact in case of accident or illness on the job. Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co. Contact person Safety Director, Robert Chandler 402-463-6633 Ext 121 Associated Staffing Melissa Worthing Office # 462 - 5116 Cell # 705 - 2305

Lockout/tagoutAffected employees : 

4/12/2010 64 Lockout/tagoutAffected employees

Types of employees : 

4/12/2010 65 Types of employees Employers authorize certain employees to bypass guards and enter the machinery’s point of operation to perform tasks.

Types of employees : 

4/12/2010 66 Types of employees Authorized employee: An employee responsible for locking or tagging out machines before performing service or maintenance on that machine. 1b

Types of employees : 

4/12/2010 67 Types of employees Affected employee: An employee responsible for operating the equipment An employee who works in the area

Types of employees : 

4/12/2010 68 Types of employees Affected employee: Cannot help authorized employees service machinery. Can be considered an authorized employee 1d

Types of employees : 

4/12/2010 69 Types of employees Affected employee: Must understand importance of LOTO Must understand procedures 1e

Lockout definition : 

4/12/2010 70 Lockout definition Process of preventing the flow of energy Consists of installing a lock, block, or chain Requires an authorized employee to apply/remove lock

Tagout definition : 

4/12/2010 71 Tagout definition Process of placing tag on power source Tag acts as a warning Tag must clearly state “Do not operate” Tag used when machine won’t accept lock Tag must be applied/removed by an authorized employee 2b

Hazardous energy sources : 

4/12/2010 72 Hazardous energy sources Electrical Mechanical Pneumatic Hydraulic 3a

Hazardous energy sources : 

4/12/2010 73 Hazardous energy sources Chemical Thermal Water under pressure Gravity Potential energy 3b

Energy control program : 

4/12/2010 74 Energy control program Energy control procedures Employee training Periodic inspections

Energy control program : 

4/12/2010 75 Energy control program Energy control procedure includes: Intended use of the procedure Specific steps to control hazardous energy Specific requirements for verification

Energy control program : 

4/12/2010 76 Energy control program Each type of machine needs its own LOTO procedure Lockout must be used unless device cannot be locked out Tagout must be used when unable to lockout

Work activities : 

4/12/2010 77 Work activities Constructing Installing Setting up Adjusting Inspecting Modifying Repairing Cleaning equipment

Prepare for shutdown : 

4/12/2010 78 Prepare for shutdown Procedures for controlling energy: Prepare for shutdown Shutdown Isolate equipment from energy Apply lockout or tagout device Release of stored energy Verify isolation

Prepare for shutdown : 

4/12/2010 79 Prepare for shutdown Step one: Know the type and magnitude of energy Know the hazards of energy Know the methods or means to control it

Shutdown : 

4/12/2010 80 Shutdown Step two: Turn off equipment using normal controls Use orderly shutdown

Isolate equipment : 

4/12/2010 81 Isolate equipment Step three: Isolate equipment from energy sources Secure lock to energy isolating device 8a

Apply devices : 

4/12/2010 82 Apply devices Step four: Notify affected employees Attach lockout/tagout devices 9a

Apply devices : 

4/12/2010 83 Apply devices Only authorized employee can attach or remove lockout and tagout devices Devices must be durable Devices must identify person who applied them 9b

Release stored energy : 

4/12/2010 84 Release stored energy Step five: Relieve stored energy Verify machine isolation from energy 10a

Release stored energy : 

4/12/2010 85 Release stored energy Steps to release stored energy: Relieve pressure in compressed air line Insert a block 10b

Verify isolation : 

4/12/2010 86 Verify isolation Step six: Verify machine is deenergized Verify machine is isolated

Restoring energy : 

4/12/2010 87 Restoring energy Inspect work area Ensure employees are safe Notify affected employees

Summary : 

4/12/2010 88 Summary Affected employees must: Understand energy control procedures Stay clear of equipment under LOTO

Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147 : 

4/12/2010 89 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147 Hastings Irrigation Pipe Co.has in place a lockout/tagout policy in place which has the purpose of protecting our maintenance personnel from injury or death while maintaining our equipment

Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147 : 

4/12/2010 90 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147 The equipment under repair will have locks and tags applied at various points that supply energy to the equipment in order to disable it. The tag identifies the worker and the equipment is under repair

Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147 : 

4/12/2010 91 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) 29 CFR 1910.147 Failure to follow this policy will result in disciplinary action being taken! Up to including Termination

Pedestrian Forklift Safety : 

4/12/2010 92 Pedestrian Forklift Safety Workers who are not licensed forklift operators also have a responsibility for safe forklift operation. The following actions can be taken to make forklift operations safe for the operator and the pedestrian.

Pedestrian Forklift Safety : 

4/12/2010 93 Pedestrian Forklift Safety Never Try to “BEAT” a forklift Whenever a forklift approaches, make sure the operator see you. Make eye contact with the driver and make sure your eyes and the operators eyes meet. That is one reason why no mirror or tinted safety glasses are allowed

Pedestrian Forklift Safety : 

4/12/2010 94 Pedestrian Forklift Safety Look both ways before stepping in an aisle, around a corner, or through a side door & between rackets and carts. Be very cautious to blind spots. Always let forklift operator know that your around. DO NOT walk or work beneath loads of raised forks.

Pedestrian Forklift Safety : 

4/12/2010 95 Pedestrian Forklift Safety Only approach a forklift that has come to a complete stop. Approach the forklift from the side , never approach directly in front or rear of the forklift. NO ONE is allowed to be lifted on a pallet or forks blades of the forklift

Pedestrian Forklift Safety : 

4/12/2010 96 Pedestrian Forklift Safety No riders allowed on forklifts. All forklift operators must sound their horn at blind intersections or approaching pedestrians. Just like pedestrians are required to report unsafe behavior by forklift operators, forklift operators are required to report unsafe behavior by pedestrians.

ERGONOMICS : 

4/12/2010 97 ERGONOMICS The applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. If you are lifting anything and its to heavy don’t attempt to lift by yourself, find someone to help. If its to heavy for two people find a licensed forklift operator to help

Back Safety Tips : 

4/12/2010 98 Back Safety Tips Don’t lift more than 50 pounds by yourself When reaching up, don’t overextend If standing in one place, put a foot on a footrest Push—don’t pull Squat—don’t bend Turn—don’t twist

Bloodborne Pathogens : 

4/12/2010 99 Bloodborne Pathogens

Epidemiology & symptoms of bloodborne diseases : 

4/12/2010 100 Epidemiology & symptoms of bloodborne diseases Bloodborne pathogens microorganisms present in human blood that cause disease hepatitis B virus (HBV) human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) 1a

Epidemiology & symptoms of bloodborne diseases : 

4/12/2010 101 Epidemiology & symptoms of bloodborne diseases Bloodborne pathogens exposure incident contact with blood or other potentially infectious material eyes mouth mucous membrane non-intact skin parenteral – piercing of skin or mucous membranes 1b

Epidemiology & symptoms of bloodborne diseases : 

4/12/2010 102 Epidemiology & symptoms of bloodborne diseases Bloodborne pathogens occupational exposure - results from doing one’s job blood and other potentially infectious materials blood certain body fluids any body fluid when blood is present 1c

Contracting a disease : 

4/12/2010 103 Contracting a disease Workplace situations Non-work related situations 2a

Recognize potential exposures : 

4/12/2010 104 Recognize potential exposures First aid situations – follow universal precautions Other workplace situations 4a

Engineering controls : 

4/12/2010 105 Engineering controls Preferred means of controlling exposure Eliminate hazards at the source 5a

Engineering controls : 

4/12/2010 106 Engineering controls Minimizes the potential for exposure Regularly checked and maintained to remain effective 5b

Handwashing facilities : 

4/12/2010 107 Handwashing facilities Locations 6a

Handwashing facilities : 

4/12/2010 108 Handwashing facilities Procedures wash hands after removing gloves wash hands after contact with blood or potentially infectious fluids use antiseptic cleansers if sinks are unavailable, then wash as soon as possible 6b

Personal protective equipment : 

4/12/2010 109 Personal protective equipment PPE must prevent infectious matter from passing through to: street clothes eyes skin mouth Hypoallergenic or powderless gloves are available. 9c

Hepatitis B vaccine : 

4/12/2010 110 Hepatitis B vaccine Pre-screening cannot be done as a condition of receiving the vaccine Employees refusing the vaccine must sign a declination form 10b

Hepatitis B vaccine : 

4/12/2010 111 Hepatitis B vaccine Vaccine can still be provided at a future time if employee so chooses 10c

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4/12/2010 112 HAZARDOUS COMMUNICATION TRAINING RIGHT TO KNOW

Health hazards : 

4/12/2010 113 Health hazards Acutely toxic Chronically toxic Carcinogenic Mutagenic Teratogenic Sensitizing agent Corrosive Irritant Health hazards cause health effects upon exposure 2a

Physical hazards include any chemical that is: : 

4/12/2010 114 Physical hazards include any chemical that is: Combustible liquid Compressed gas Explosive Flammable Organic peroxide Oxidizer Pyrophoric Unstable (reactive) Water-reactive 2b

Hazard communication program : 

4/12/2010 115 Hazard communication program Must comply with Hazard Communication Standard - 29 CFR 1910.1200 3a

Hazard communication program : 

4/12/2010 116 Hazard communication program Written program must include: a list of hazardous chemicals present in the workplace MSDS labeling system information 3b

Hazard communication program : 

4/12/2010 117 Hazard communication program Written program must include: employee training information information regarding non-routine hazards methods of informing employers of other workers (contractors) 3c

Hazard communication program : 

4/12/2010 118 Hazard communication program Written program does not have to be accessible to every work area and every work shift Written program is available to workers upon request 3d

Accessing Hazcom documents : 

4/12/2010 119 Accessing Hazcom documents Workers must know how to obtain, and the location of: the written hazard communications program lists of hazardous chemicals MSDSs 4a

Protective measures : 

4/12/2010 120 Protective measures Work practices Engineering controls Personal protective equipment 5a

Material safety data sheets : 

4/12/2010 121 Material safety data sheets Primary tool for getting detailed chemical information Must be readily available 6a

Material safety data sheets include : 

4/12/2010 122 Material safety data sheets include Chemical identity Physical and chemical characteristics Physical and health hazards Primary routes of entry 6b

Material safety data sheets include : 

4/12/2010 123 Material safety data sheets include PEL, TLV, other exposure limits Whether it is a carcinogen Precautions for safe handling/use Recommended engineering controls 6c

Material safety data sheets include : 

4/12/2010 124 Material safety data sheets include Emergency first aid procedures Date of preparation Name, address, phone number of manufacturer, importer, responsible party 6d

Material safety data sheets : 

4/12/2010 125 Material safety data sheets MSDSs may contain recommendations from ANSI MSDSs also provide information regarding: signs and symptoms of exposure personal protective equipment spill and leak clean-up labeling information 6e

Each chemical must have an MSDS : 

4/12/2010 126 Each chemical must have an MSDS MSDS must be available to downstream employers from: chemical manufacturers importers distributors 7a

Labeling requirements : 

4/12/2010 127 Labeling requirements Labels warn of potential dangers Labels are not intended to be the sole source of information Labels serve as an immediate warning 8a

Labeling requirements : 

4/12/2010 128 Labeling requirements Labels must be keyed to MSDSs Labels must contain: the identity of the hazardous chemical appropriate hazard warnings the name, address of the chemical manufacturer, importer, other responsible party 8b

Labeling requirements : 

4/12/2010 129 Labeling requirements Ensure that labels do not come off, become smudged or unreadable For hard-to-label containers, use: signs or placards process sheets, or batch tickets 8c

Labeling requirements : 

4/12/2010 130 Labeling requirements Be able to quickly identify the general hazard of any material: NFPA system identifies: health hazards flammability hazards reactivity hazards special hazards 8d

Labeling requirements : 

4/12/2010 131 Labeling requirements Be able to quickly identify the general hazard of any material: HMIS system identifies health hazards flammability hazards physical hazards 8e

If you have any Questions, Comments, Concerns, please direct them to your direct supervisor or the Safety Director, when placed on assignment. : 

4/12/2010 132 If you have any Questions, Comments, Concerns, please direct them to your direct supervisor or the Safety Director, when placed on assignment.