Exposure Response Poster
… EXPOSURE RESPONSE for biological, chemical, or radiological exposures … for 15 minutes with warm water and sudsing soap. Eye exposure Use emergency station to flush eyes for 15 minutes while holding eyes open. Skin exposure • Radioactive: Survey skin and wash until the count …
Spill Response Poster
… FOR ANY LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCY IF EXPOSED, FOLLOW THE EXPOSURE RESPONSE POSTER S.W.I.M. FOR ALL SPILLS S: Stop the spill. … secure the area. Close doors if possible. M: Minimize your exposure by wearing PPE and avoiding contact, inhalation or … and biohazardous spills. Post in your lab alongside the Exposure Response Poster . …
Disaster Response (PEAT)
… rescue teams. The team is equipped with Level B chemical response equipment including self-contained breathing … Disaster Response (PEAT) …
Laboratory Safety Manual
… 31 2. Prevent Chemical Exposure … 116 1. Exposure Limits … 116 3. Possible Over-Exposure … 136 8. Exposure Monitoring Records … 137 SECTION 9 – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE … 144 B. RESPONSE TO SPECIFIC INCIDENTS / ACCIDENTS … 147 5. Earthquake Response … Committee on Chemical Safety, 2013. 5. Ensure emergency response situations have been addressed: Document hazards …
Anesthetic Gases: Safe Use Guidelines
… 7 Occupational exposure limits for anesthetic gases … 9 Table 2: Required and recommended exposure limits … 32 Emergency response, exposure incidents and accident reporting … with headaches, nausea, fatigue, and irritability In response to more recent studies, the ACGIH has published or …
Formaldehyde, Formalin, Paraformaldehyde Safe Work Practices
… 2 II. FORMALDEHYDE REGULATIONS, EXPOSURE LIMITS AND AIR MONITORING … 9 VIII. ACUTE EXPOSURE … is a sensitizing agent that can cause an immune system response upon initial exposure. Subsequent exposure may cause … equipment (PPE), decontamination and cleaning, spill response, waste handling and emergency procedures in case of …
Hazard Communication for Office Products
… products are used intermittently and in small quantities, exposure is not expected to produce adverse health effects … may emit ammonia, all of which can be harmful if high exposure occurs. Prolonged exposure to toner powder or vapors from heated toner may … may contain small amounts of hazardous chemicals, however, exposure is not expected to produce adverse health effects …
Hydrofluoric Acid Focus Sheet
… (HF) in water that is corrosive. HEALTH HAZARDS OF HF EXPOSURE Skin exposure HF is corrosive and destroys tissue even as dilute … decalcify bone and interfere with nerve function. Skin exposure to highly concentrated HF (48% or greater) … Acid (HF) Focus Sheet covers the health hazards of HF exposure, safe use, storage, emergency procedures, incident …
Metallic Lead Safety Focus Sheet
… Medical applications Scuba diving PREVENT LEAD EXPOSURE The best method of preventing lead exposure is to eliminate its use by using an alternative … or covered as shown below to minimize oxidation and lead exposure potential. Storing lead materials in plastic …
Lead Safety in Shops and Labs Focus Sheet
… oxide Small quantities of elemental lead PREVENT LEAD EXPOSURE The best method of controlling lead exposure is to eliminate its use by using an alternative … temperatures. However, good ventilation is needed to avoid exposure to flux fumes and any potential metal fumes. Work …
Chemical Spills in Laboratories
… and the safety of others, depends on your assessment and response. To assess whether you and your fellow researchers …
Lead Safety for Scuba Divers Focus Sheet
… Lead is a soft bluish-gray metal. The primary source of exposure to lead for divers who use self-contained underwater … a solid piece of lead, lead beads or shot. Personal exposure to lead can be hazardous to health. It is important … lead are well documented in both children and adults. Over-exposure to lead fumes or dust can cause adverse health …
Passive Scavenging Using Charcoal Canisters
… 5-10 seconds in order to flush the chamber and minimize exposure to waste anesthetic gas. 7. Open the induction box … Scavenging Using Charcoal Canisters guide to control exposure to waste anesthetic gases (WAGs). …
Should you pull the fire alarm after a chemical spill?
… Chemical Spills in Laboratories page and the updated Spill Response poster for more information about preparing for and …
Fume Hood Condition Explanations
… provides the following answers to common questions in response to receiving a notice on a fume hood. Frequently …
Anesthetic Gases
… and veterinary staff may be exposed to WAGs. This exposure creates a risk of potentially developing adverse … gases understand the potential health effects from exposure and provide guidance to minimize potential exposures. …
Control volatile organic chemical smells
… in chemical storage areas, will help reduce your risk of exposure. Volatile organic chemicals can escape their containers, which presents an exposure risk to everyone in the lab. Restricting the ability …
Prepare for EPA's new rule for trichloroethylene
… the environment from the risks of trichloroethylene (TCE) exposure. While certain portions of the rule are currently … defined as laboratories involved in TCE cleanup and exposure monitoring activities, will be allowed to continue … under a 3-year exemption. There will be strict interim exposure control and exposure monitoring requirements for …
Mercury
… is a potent neurotoxin, even with small exposures. Avoid exposure by replacing broken thermometers and lamps, and use …
Lead
… hands, clothing, and surfaces. Health effects of lead Exposure to lead, especially at elevated levels for extended … and presence are managed to ensure the lowest potential exposure. Safety precautions for the specific types of lead …