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