Handling, Storage, Disposal of Hazardous Materials
Handling, Storage, Disposal of Hazardous Materials
Agenda:
• Review Implementation of GHS • Classes of Flammable Materials • Handling of Hazardous Materials • Storage of Hazardous Materials • Disposal of Hazardous Materials
Global Harmonization Standard:
What you need to know.
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What is it?
Global Harmonization Standard or GHS is a universal system of classification and labeling of chemicals.
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What it is and What it’s not
• This is not a new OSHA standard. – It is a revision to the current OSHA standard on Hazardous
Communication and Right-to-Know law.
– Implemented to make it easier for workers to understand labels and Safety Data Sheets.
– The transition period (12/1/13 to 6/1/16)
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Significant Changes
• Container Labeling
• Classification and Hazard Identification of chemicals.
• Safety Data Sheets-formerly known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)- new format and content.
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What doesn’t change
• Still required to maintain chemical inventories.
• Still have to maintain Safety Data Sheets.
• Still have to train people on the potential hazards they may encounter.
• Still have to maintain records for 30 years per OSHA.
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Deadlines
• 12/1/13- all employees must be trained regarding new labels and safety data sheet formats.
• 6/1/15- Manufacturers and Distributors are required to have updated all container labels.
• 6/1/16- Replace old MSDS with new SDS.
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New SDS Requirements
1. Identification
2. Hazard Identification
3. Composition/ Ingredient Info
4. First Aid
5. Fire Fighting Measures
6. Accidental Release Measures.
7. Handling and Storage
8. Exposure Control/ Protection
9. Physical/Chemical Properties
10. Stability & Reactivity
11. Toxicological Info
12. Ecological Info
13. Disposal Considerations
14. Transport Info
15. Regulatory Info
16. Other Info
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Each New SDS must contain the following sections:
New Label Requirements
• Pictograms
• Signal Words
• Hazard Statement
• Precautionary Statement
• Product Identifier
• Supplier Identification
• Supplemental Identification (as required).
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Pictograms
• Nine pictograms will be used to classify all chemicals.
• Each container will have at least one pictogram.
• Employees need to know the meaning of each pictogram.
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Signal Words
• Describe the severity of a hazard
– Danger- used with most severe hazards
– Warning- used with less severe hazards
If a significant hazard is not present, a signal word will not be used.
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Hazard Statements
• Phrases that help explain possible hazards.
– Highly Flammable liquid and vapor
– Harmful if swallowed
– May damage internal organs
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Precautionary Statements
• Recommended measures to minimize or prevent exposure to a hazardous chemical.
• Four basic types
– Prevention (minimize exposure)
– Response (spill containment)
– Storage
– Disposal
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Supplier Info
• Labels should contain the supplier’s contact information.
–Name
–Address
– Telephone
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Personal Protective Equipment Pictograms
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Sample Label
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Secondary Labels
• Whenever a chemical is transferred to another container, a secondary label should be used to identify the contents of the container.
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Classes of Flammables Liquids
• Flammables categorized based on Flash Point.
• Flash Point is lowest temperature at which the vapors will ignite.
• Class 1 contains 1A, 1B, 1C.
• Class 2
• Class 3 contains 3A, 3B.
Classes of Flammables Liquids
• Class 1A- Diethyl Ether (Starting Fluid).
• Class 1B- Gasoline/ Acetone.
• Class 1C- Some paints/ solvent based cements.
• Class 2- Diesel Fuel/ Paint Thinner.
• Class 3A-Heating Oil
• Class 3B-Lubricating Oils/ Motor Oil
Handling Hazardous Materials
• Be consistent. Enforce use of PPE.
– Eye Protection
– Gloves
– Respirators
• Eye Wash Stations/Showers.
• Have Spill Kits available.
• Close containers when not in use.
Storage Hazardous Materials
• Storage Cabinets
• Secondary Containment
• Isolate areas
Disposal of Hazardous Materials
• Approved Containers.
• Labeling
– Contents
– Date collection started.
– Date collection ended.
• Use reputable disposal service/ keep paperwork.
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Robert Smith Marina Safety Specialist MYMIC Training Technologies 757-392-2644 (office) 757-589-5391 (cell) [email protected] www.marinasafetytraining.com