Unit 7: Chemical and Waste Management Part 1

True or False, special exhaust systems for fumes and dust must be in labs, sterilization and darkroom areas.

True

How many sections are there on a Safety Data Sheet?

16 sections

SDS section 13

Disposal Considerations

SDS section 7

Handing and Storage

repeated exposure over a longer period of time

chronic

What are the three primary methods of chemical exposure?

1. Inhalation 2. direct skin contact 3. ingestion (swllowing)

What are some engineering control measures?

1. Proper gloves, eyewear, asks, and protective clothing must be worn when working with hazardous chemicals 2. proper ventilation is necessary when dealing with any type of chemical 3. OSHA regulations require eyewash stations in workplaces where chemicals are used 4. Control of chemical spills 5. other measures include handwashing facilities, HVE, sharps container, and use of dental dams

Chemical manufactures and importers are required to provide a label that includes:

1. a harmonized signal word 2. pictogram 3. hazard statement for each hazard class and category

What are some examples of inventory of hazardous chemicals:

1. amalgams 2. bonding agents 3. etching agents 4. disinfectants 5. impression materials

What is part of a Written Program:

1. appoint a chemical hygiene officer in the office 2. must identify names of employees in the office who are exposed to hazardous chemicals 3. program describes staff training 4. how chemicals are handled in the office 5. chemical labeling and safety measures 6. how to respond to chemical emergencies such as spills or exposures

What is part of a Employee training:

1. employers must train employees regarding the new label elements and SDSs format by Dec. 1, 2013 2. chemical manufactures, importers distributors and employers must be in compliance no later then June 1, 2015 3. records of training must be kept on file for at least 5 years 4. training is required at the time of hiring, when a new hazard is introduced, and annually for all continuing employees

Training must include:

1. how the HCS is implemented in the workplace 2. physical and health hazards present 3. personal protective devices 4. site-specific information 5. methods and observations

What does the Hazard Communication Standard require employers to do?

1. inform their employees about the identity and hazards of chemical used in the workplace 2. to help reduce the incidence of chemical source illness and injuries

What is part of a Inventory of Hazardous Chemicals:

1. list of every product used in the office containing chemicals

Labels on shipped containers must be labeled with:

1. product identifier 2. signal word 3. hazard statement/s 4. pictogram/s 5. precautionary statement 6. name, address, telephone number of chemical manufacturer

What are the 5 parts of the Hazard Communication Program?

1. written program 2. inventory of hazardous chemicals 3. Safety Data Sheets 4. labeling of chemical containers 5. employee training

SDS section 6

Accidental Release Measures

What does HCS mean?

Hazard Communication Standard

When using a eyewash station you usually use __________ to irrigate eyes while leaving hands free to hold eyelids open for _________

Cold water; 15 minutes

SDS section 3

Composition/Information on Ingredients

Who issues the Hazard Communication Standard?

OSHA

SDS section 12

Ecological Information

SDS section 8

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

SDS section 5

Fire-fighting Measures

SDS section 4

First Aid Measures

The Hazard Communication Standard requires employers to implement a:

Hazard Communication Program consisting of 5 parts

SDS section 2

Hazard Identification: using symbol, signal word or hazard statement

any chemical that can ignite, react, or explode when mixed with other substances, are corrosive or toxic, and can cause a physical or health hazard

Hazardous Chemicals

SDS section 1

Identification

gases, vapors, or dust of chemicals causing damage to the lungs or other vital organs is what method of chemical exposure?

Inhalation

What does MSDS mean?

Materials Safety Data Sheets

SDS were formerly called:

Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

SDS section 16

Other information: including date of preparation or last revision

SDS section 9

Physical and Chemical Properties

SDS section 15

Regulatory Information

What does SDS mean?

Safety Data Sheets

contains health and safety information about every chemical in the office

Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

Which sections of a SDS section are nonmandatory?

Sections 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16

SDS section 10

Stability and Reactivity

SDS section 11

Toxicological Information

SDS section 14

Transport Information

True or False, SDSs are usually enclosed in the package of the product

True

True or False, The employer is not required to label portable containers with hazardous chemicals when they are intended for immediate use

True

True or False, if the hazardous chemical is placed in a secondary container, the container must be labled.

True

True or False, it is the responsibility of the office to have SDSs

True

True or False, manufacturers of a product are required to supply the dental office with SDSs,

True

What does WHCP mean?

Written Hazard Communication Program

results from high levels of exposure over a short period of time

acute

chemical toxicity may be:

acute or chronic

dermatitis may occur during this method of chemical exposure?

direct skin contact

include equipment or devices that facilitate prevention of an accidental exposure

engineering control measures

Where should the Safety Data Sheets for each chemical be kept?

in a binder or have an electronic copy

eating lunch with contaminated hands or in an area where chemicals are used is what method of chemical exposure?

ingestion

What happens weekly to an eyewash station?

its flushed for 3 minutes to reduce the microbial growth in the waterline