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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.


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)


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.


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.


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.


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


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).


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.


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.


Hazard Statements

• Phrases that help explain possible hazards.

– Highly Flammable liquid and vapor

– Harmful if swallowed

– May damage internal organs


Precautionary Statements

• Recommended measures to minimize or prevent exposure to a hazardous chemical.

• Four basic types

– Prevention (minimize exposure)

– Response (spill containment)

– Storage

– Disposal


Supplier Info

• Labels should contain the supplier’s contact information.

–Name

–Address

– Telephone


Personal Protective Equipment Pictograms


Sample Label


Secondary Labels

• Whenever a chemical is transferred to another container, a secondary label should be used to identify the contents of the container.


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.

Need Assistance?


Robert Smith Marina Safety Specialist MYMIC Training Technologies 757-392-2644 (office) 757-589-5391 (cell) [email protected] www.marinasafetytraining.com

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