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Chemical Hygiene Plan CHP Review Objectives
Reduce chances for lab accidents
Avoid unnecessary exposure Regulation compliance
Overviewo General Rule and Procedureso Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs)o Housekeeping procedureso Choosing Hazardous Chemicalso Labeling, Storage, and Disposalo Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)o Protective Clothing Requirementso Emergency Procedures
Information and Training General Awareness Campus Preparation
Locate Chemical Hygiene Plan Contains specific hazards, SOP’s, potential
exposures, and protective measures Refer all safety questions to Science Lab
Director Employee Review Record – Maintained on
file
Purpose and Policy Purpose:
Ensure that the hazards are evaluated Convey information to lab supervisors
Policy: Employees are entitled to a safe and
healthy place to work, and Have a right to know what you may
be exposed to and how to protect yourself
Responsibilities Develop and implement a written
Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) Inventory all hazardous materials in
Department and acquire all related Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
Identify hazards by labeling chemicals Train employees on physical and health
hazards and protective measures
Employee Responsibilitieso Follow all procedures and policies
relating to chemicals and follow appropriate laboratory procedures and rules as outlined in the CHP
o Refrain from lab operations without proper preparation
o Seek out and request informationo Wear appropriate protective equipmento Report accidents and near-misses
immediately, even minor injuries or exposures to the Lab Director
Administrative Controls
Chemical Hygiene Coordinator Duty assignment Science Lab Director
Ensure lab supervisors know their responsibilities under the Chemical Hygiene Plan
Basic Standard Operating Procedures
Rules and procedures Safety Rules and guidelines Chemical procurement, storage and
inventory procedures Spill and accident procedures Personal protection apparel and
equipment Information dissemination,
documentation Emergency response
Specific Standard Operating Procedures
Included and specific to each lab procedure
No required format or delivery
Required content: Hazard controls Personal protective
equipment Health & safety information Decontamination & waste
disposal procedures
“Other” Control Measures
Protective Equipment Respirators, goggles, gloves, lab
coats
Safety Equipment Safety showers, eyewashes, fire
extinguishers, first aid kits,
Laboratory Maintenance and Inspection
Safety inspections, fume hood condition, chemical storage, spill kits, etc.
Exposure Assessments Policy on
monitoring Signs or symptoms of
overexposure You suspect exposure
limits have been exceeded
Determined & carried out by First Responders
Hazardous Chemicals In Laboratories May Consist Of:
Corrosives - Nitric Acid
Oxidizers - Silver Nitrate
General Organic Compounds - Aniline
Caustics - Calcium Oxide
Reactive Metals - Sodium
Explosive Anhydrides and Anhydrous Compounds - Sodium Peroxide
Ketones - Acetone
Poisons - Potassium Cyanide
General Inorganic Compounds - Calcium Carbide
Flammable Metals - Magnesium
Flammables - Ethanol, Butanol, Ethyl Ether
Carcinogens - Formaldehyde
Labels - Basics Identity of the hazardous
chemical(s) chemical label is your primary source
of information regarding the product. Appropriate hazard warnings
Labels & Other Information Appropriate personal protective equipment Signal word - Danger!, Warning!, or Caution! Statement of hazard Instructions in case of contact or exposure First-Aid or antidote Instructions in case of fire, spill, or leak Instructions for container handling and storage Never remove label, and if transferred to a
secondary container, label the bottle (not the lid) with appropriate information - chemical name, etc.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS’s)
Chemical document put out by manufacturer detailing physical and health hazards
One for every hazardous chemical on campus
Master file located in Lab Directors office
Review before working with any chemical
Information on MSDSs Identity and date of
preparation Manufacturer’s
name, address, and telephone number
Hazardous ingredients
Physical and chemical properties - flash pt., appearance and odor, etc.
Information on MSDSs Control measures Physical hazards Routes of entry
into body Acute and chronic
health effects Carcinogenicity Handling and
storage precautions
Chemical Sensitivities Some hazardous
chemicals are used Immune responses and
sensitivities can vary among individuals
Low-dose exposures over longer periods of time can alter function of immune system
Chemical Sensitivities Effects may develop
slowly Symptoms may
include Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, Contact Dermatitis
Examples include – nickel compounds, amines, epoxides, some organic solvents
Protective Measures Routes of entry
Inhalation Ingestion Skin or eye contact, and/or
absorption Exposure = Dose x Duration
Protective Measures
Avoid Inhalation Use proper
ventilation (Fume Hood)
Use respiratory protection (Respirator)
Check MSDS for specific requirements
Protective Measures
Prevent Ingestion NO eating, drinking, smoking, or
applying cosmetics in labs Wash hands frequently Label everything Read labels and MSDSs
Protective Measures
Prevent Skin or Eye Contact Wear protective
equipment Minimize the area of
exposed skin
Protective Measures - Review
Avoid Inhalation Use proper ventilation Use respiratory protection when
needed Prevent Ingestion
No eating, drinking, smoking, or apply cosmetics in labs
Wash hands frequently
Protective Measures - Review
Prevent Skin or Eye Contact Wear protective
equipment Minimize the area of
exposed skin
Handle With Caution
Use cautious approach Read labels, follow their
directions Think about consequences Treat all substances as if they are
hazardous Practice good chemical hygiene
Emergency Procedures Chemical Spills
Evacuate and call Public Safety at 911 for larger spill (>1-gallon) situations
Treat life threatening injuries immediately
Contain the spill – refer back to MSDS
Wear protective equipment during clean-up
Best response is preparation
Emergency ProceduresPersonal Contamination
Flush contaminated area with water
Remove contaminated clothing
Rinse with water for 15 minutes
Seek medical attention if irritation persists
Emergency ProceduresChemical in the Eye(s)
Flush eyeballs and inner eyelids
Forcibly hold eyes open
Irrigate for at least 15 minutes
Seek medical attention immediately
Summary
You may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or chemicals products used on campus
Information is available on labels and MSDSs
A CHP is in place in your work area to inform you
Chemical Hygiene Review Certification Form By signing below you acknowledge that you are aware of the Chemical Hygiene Plan. I: know where the Workplace Chemical List/Chemical Inventory is located and understand its purpose. know how to interpret labels and MSDSs. know where the Department MSDSs are located. understand the protective measures, first aid procedures and emergency procedures necessary for the chemicals I use. know that the Hazardous Materials Safety Manual is available in the Lab Directors office. understand that there are special procedures and requirements for managing chemical and hazardous waste and that these
materials must not be poured down the drain or placed in the regular trash. understand that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that laboratory workers be made aware of
the Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) (29 CFR 1910.1450).
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