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University of Hawaii
2018 Hazard Communication
Training (with GHS and SDS
Updates)
Special Training Note This module is to be used by UH
personnel who work with hazardous chemicals NOT in a lab setting. It includes topics OSHA requires employees must be trained on by December 1, 2013, including: New Labeling elements, including the use of
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) pictograms for hazard classification
New Safety Data Sheet (SDS) sections
Documenting Training It is up to departments & supervisors to
ensure that this training is documented with employees prior to working with hazardous chemicals.
Upon completing a review of this module, use the provided UH Site Specific HazCom checklist to cover site specific information with employees.
Keep all training documentations on file for review
What is Hazard Communication? Hazard Communication or “HazCom” is
an OSHA required training program that covers hazardous chemicals used in your workplace.
Used to be called the worker’s “Right to Know” but with updates is now referred to as the “Right to Understand.”
UH HazCom Program The University HazCom program ◦ Outlines the safe handling and use of
hazardous chemicals to minimize potential exposure ◦ Ensures compliance with Hawaii
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (HIOSH) regulations ◦ Has been updated (2013) to reflect OSHA
required changes (Labeling, GHS and SDS) ◦ Can be adopted by individual
departments
HAZCOM Standard
• The UH’s HazCom program falls under the regulatory oversight of the Hawaii Occupational Safety & Health (HIOSH) Title 12, Subtitle 8, Chapter 203
• Incorporates Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.1200
Note: Regulations are online at:
Who is Covered?
Employees who work with hazardous chemicals in non-laboratory areas. Examples include: ◦ Maintenance workers ◦ Groundskeepers ◦ Shop employees ◦ Animal trainers (tank cleaning, etc)
Note: Lab researchers/workers who work with
chemicals in a research/instructional setting are covered under the OSHA Lab Standard (1910.1450) and the UHCC Chemical Hygiene Plan instead of HazCom and should receive Lab Safety Training, accordingly
Program Administration Each department must have a HAZCOM
program! The FEHO assists departments with
implementation and updating FEHO inspects for HAZCOM compliance
Program Overview The HazCom Plan consists of 4
elements: ◦ Training of employees ◦ Having an inventory of Hazardous
Chemicals ◦ Providing warning Labels ◦ Providing Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
The UHCC HazCom plan should be easily
accessible in your work area or upon request
How Hazard Communication Works
Training
Training – Routine Tasks ◦ HazCom training is required upon
assignment to a work area where hazardous chemicals are present. ◦ Annual refresher training is not
required unless chemicals with new types of hazards are introduced to the workplace. ◦ Each facility must keep training records
on hand.
Training: Non-Routine Tasks Supervisor must also inform employees of
hazards prior to start of task, including: ◦ Chemical and physical hazards ◦ Precautions ◦ Control measures and PPE required ◦ Emergency procedures
Includes spills, post emergency cleanup/repair, etc.
Inventory of Hazardous Chemicals
Hazardous Chemical Inventory
◦ Departments are responsible for maintaining an inventory of all hazardous chemicals used in the area ◦ Kept in an accessible location ◦ Inventory must be updated
annually
Chemical Inventory ◦ All hazardous chemicals must be
on the inventory ◦ “Hazardous” is defined by OSHA
as anything that is a: Physical and/or Health Hazard,
including: Flammables Toxics Reactives Corrosives
Chemical Inventory (cont) Question: What about Windex or other light cleaning products used occasionally in an office setting? Answer: Does not need to be on the inventory! However, if Windex is used every day as part of your job, then it does need to be on the inventory
Chemical Inventory & Storage It is important to
make sure chemical containers are in good condition at all times.
When conducting inventories, look for: ◦ Degraded Containers ◦ Missing Labels ◦ Spills ◦ Proper Storage
Chemical Storage Families Chemicals must be physically segregated by
“family” Use separate cabinets, trays or areas to keep: ◦ Flammables separate from oxidizers ◦ Acids separate from bases ◦ Mineral acids apart from organic acids
Check the SDS, call FEHO or Google, if in doubt!
Example of “Incompatible”
Warning Labels
Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
• Before discussing labels in full, we must review the new warning symbols!
• GHS is a newly standardized system of providing warning information to users
• Employs pictograms and new standardized words on labels
• Use the following OSHA GHS pictogram link to assist with recognizing hazards on containers shipped in the next few years: https://www.osha.gov/Publications/HazComm_QuickCard_Pictogram.html
HEALTH HAZARD
FLAME
EXCLAMATION MARK
GAS CYLINDER
CORROSION
EXPLODING BOMB
FLAME OVER
CIRCLE
ENVIRONMENT
SKULL &
CROSSBONES
GHS Pictograms and Hazards
Flame over Circle
Oxidizers
24
Flame
Flammables Pyrophorics Self-Heating Emits Flammable Gas Self-Reactives Organic Peroxides
25
Exploding Bomb
Explosives Self-Reactives Organic Peroxides
26
Skull and Crossbones
Acute Toxicity (fatal or toxic)
27
Corrosion
Skin Corrosion/Burns Eye Damage Corrosive to Metals
28
Gas Cylinder
Gases Under Pressure
29
Health Hazard • Carcinogen • Mutagenicity • Reproductive Toxicity • Respiratory Sensitizer • Target Organ Toxicity • Aspiration Toxicity
30
Environment
Aquatic Toxicity ◦ (Non-Mandatory)
31
Exclamation Mark
Irritant (skin and eye) Skin Sensitizer Acute Toxicity Narcotic Effects Respiratory Tract
Irritant Hazardous to Ozone
Layer (Non-Mandatory)
32
HazCom: Label with GHS
A NEW pictogram system on labels and SDS using the 9 GHS symbols (see handout)
You may still see NFPA diamonds on some products, but this will change!
NFPA Diamond
Health (blue) Fire (red) Instability (yellow) Specific Hazard (white) ◦ These diamonds are on
MANY chemical containers and give general guidance for storage and handling
Label Requirements (GHS) – Shipped Containers
• Part of the new HazCom Standard requires that labels have: • Product identifier • Signal word • Hazard statement(s) • Pictogram(s) • Precautionary statement(s) • Name, address, and phone number of the
responsible party • Do your best to leave these labels on!
GHS Label Example
Signal Word: Warning vs Danger A single word
indicating relative hazard severity ◦ “Danger” for more
severe hazards, ◦ “Warning” for less
severe hazards
Secondary Container Labels
•The labels on secondary containers must include
•Identity of the hazardous substance(s) •Appropriate hazard warnings
•Transfer hazard warning info from original container label •Don’t re-purpose bottles without changing labels!
Safety Data Sheets
Safety Data Sheets Along with GHS, Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
are new! Manufacturer required to provide ◦ Upon purchase ◦ Upon request
Replaces old Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) ◦ Request SDS from manufacturers
Sample SDS for Sigma-Aldrich Acetone: http://www.sigmaaldrich.com/MSDS/MSDS/PleaseWaitMSDSPage.do?language=&country=US&brand=SIAL&productNumber=320110&PageToGoToURL=http://www.sigmaaldrich.com/catalog/product/sial/320110?lang=en®ion=US
Safety Data Sheets Sections
1. Identification 2. Hazards 3. Info on ingredients 4. First aid measures 5. Fire fighting measures 6. Accidental release measures 7. Handling and storage
SDS's are prepared by the manufacturer and have 16 sections (see handout):
Safety Data Sheets Sections (continued)
8. Exposure controls 9. Physical and chemical properties 10. Stability and reactivity 11. Toxicological info. 12. Ecological considerations* 13. Disposal considerations* 14. Transport info.* 15. Regulatory info.* 16. Other information, including date of preparation or last
revision* * Sections 12-15 may be included in the SDs but are not required
by OSHA
Accessibility of Safety Data Sheets
◦ Departments are responsible for maintaining copies of SDS's Kept in accessible location for ALL
employees ◦ Electronic copies are acceptable ◦ Employees are encouraged to refer to
the SDS's and have a right to them!!
Physical and Health Hazards of Chemicals
Chemicals are all around us every day!
Chemicals At Work
In many cases, the chemicals you may deal with at work are no more dangerous than those you use at home But in the workplace exposure may be greater, concentrations higher, exposure time longer: potential danger could be greater on the job
Chemicals at Work
How Chemicals Enter the Body Inhalation - nearly all materials that are airborne can be inhaled
Skin Absorption - skin contact with a substance can result in a possible reaction
Ingestion - most workers do not deliberately swallow materials they handle
Injection – normally associated with bloodborne pathogens
Ocular - absorbed through the eyes
Health Hazards - Examples
Carcinogen ◦ Use requires exhaust ventilation and personal
protection equipment ◦ Examples: Asbestos, Benzene, Methylene
chloride, Chloroform, Formaldehyde
Lymphoma patient
Exposure to Benzene increases risk for blood cancers such as Leukemia and Lymphoma
Health Hazards - Examples
Irritant ◦ Skin or eye contact causes inflammation ◦ Many chemicals fall into this category ◦ Minimize exposure through use of gloves, eye
protection and good housekeeping Sensitizer ◦ Causes an allergic reaction ◦ Examples: Latex and some solvents
Target Organs Some chemicals work to damage
organs & systems: ◦ Liver ◦ Kidney ◦ Nervous System ◦ Reproductive ◦ Lung
Physical Hazards of Chemicals
Combustible Liquid ◦ Capable of burning ◦ Oils
Flammable Liquid ◦ Readily Ignite at room
temperature ◦ Organic Solvents,
fuels, alcohols, thinners
Physical Hazards - Examples
Corrosive ◦ Cause burns with eye or skin contact ◦ Acids: Hydrochloric, Nitric, Muriatic ◦ Bases: Hydroxides ◦ Some cleaning agents are corrosive!
Always have access to eyewash/shower if working
with strong corrosives
Detecting Hazardous Chemicals
Important to recognize the release of chemicals! Continuous monitoring devices Air monitoring conducted by the UH
Industrial Hygienist Visual appearance (spill) or odor of
hazardous chemicals when being released
Remember – don’t always trust your nose!
If an Exposure Occurs Wash affected area Get to fresh air Get SDS Contact supervisor & report immediately Get medical treatment Call campus security and FEHO Do not put yourself in harm’s way to help!
Chemical Spill Identification and Response
Is This a Minor Spill? 4 Qualifications: What…, No Injuries, Not
accessing the environment, Do I know how to deal with it! ◦ Notify others & the supervisor ◦ Don PPE & get kit ◦ Surround the spill with pads or absorbent,
neutralize (if corrosive), ◦ Place clean up items in a bag & contact
FEHO
Is This a Minor Spill? All other chemical spills are considered
major! ◦ Call for help ◦ Evacuate the area
Workplace Controls (How we Prevent Exposure)
Workplace Controls
It is important to understand that there are ways to reduce the risk related to working with chemicals via controls: ◦ Engineering controls ◦ Administrative Controls ◦ Personal protective equipment
Engineering controls
Ventilation is the preferred method for reducing exposures of the hazard cannot be eliminated
Slot Hood Snorkel Hood Spray Booth
Administrative Controls Chemical Substitution ◦ Utilize less hazardous or non-hazardous alternatives
Provide Training ◦ Asbestos Awareness ◦ Confined Space ◦ Hazardous Waste ◦ Chemical Spill Response ◦ Respiratory Protection ◦ Substance Specific: Benzene, Formaldehyde, Lead, etc.
Personal Protective Equipment
Gloves ◦ Verify glove type is adequate for type of chemical you’re using ◦ Example: Methylene chloride (paint stripper) has a
breakthrough of most gloves in 3 - 20 minutes Eye Protection ◦ Use goggles when handling chemicals ◦ Safety glasses do not protect against splashes
Respirators ◦ Specialized training is required. Contact UH EHSO
HazCom Review
The HAZCOM Plan consists of 4 elements:
Training Inventory of Hazardous Chemicals Warning Labels Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) The UHCC HAZCOM is part of your
day to day work. Learn it and share it!
For More Information:
UHCC Hazcom Policy: Call FEHO OSHA HazCom: https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/ Updated 11/5/13 by UH EHSO