Safe chemical handleing

Futuresweets10 · 09-09-2003, 12:45 PM

I need to know the proper procedures for handleing chemicals safely. (dont ask, Its for school, will explain later)

99xtreme · 09-09-2003, 01:00 PM

What kind of Chemicals???? I have a MSDS for alot of differnet chemicals.

Futuresweets10 · 09-09-2003, 01:07 PM

Well, I BS'd on a project and needed one last internet resource. It was due this morning. I typed this thred up and used the address for the source. I dont really need any information, just for this thread to stay where it is so I can find a source later and post it here, hehe. BUT, if you have anthing that may be helpful, then post away.

SPYDER315 · 09-09-2003, 01:08 PM

I have an EPA, DOt and FAA certification, what do you need to know

Futuresweets10 · 11-17-2003, 12:44 PM

General Safety Practices
Keep the work area clean and uncluttered.

Do not leave exposed sharps (needles, razor blades, etc.) unattended.

Label all containers and keep containers closed except when in use.

Know the locations of fire extinguishers, eye washes and douse showers.

Wash hands frequently and before eating.

Do not eat, smoke or apply cosmetics in the lab (except in clearly designated "Clean Areas").

Clean up all spills promptly.

Wear shoes that completely cover the feet.

Avoid exposure to hazardous materials - wear proper personal protective equipment.

Horseplay, practical jokes, or other acts of carelessness are prohibited.

General Practices for Handling and Storing Chemicals
Minimize all chemical exposures. Approach all chemicals as hazardous and use common sense - do not taste chemicals, avoid smelling chemicals and do not mouth pipette.

Do not work alone when handling hazardous materials and do not leave on-going reactions unattended without adequate safety measures.

Restrict the amount of chemicals ordered, kept on hand, and used; substitute less hazardous chemicals when possible.

Avoid underestimating the risk. One should assume that any mixture will be more toxic than its most toxic component and that all substances of unknown toxicity are highly toxic.

Protective glasses or goggles should be worn in the laboratory. Non-vented goggles should be worn when working with acids, caustics, explosives, or hot molten materials.

Wear proper gloves when working with any hazardous or potentially hazardous materials.

Warning signs should be posted near any dangerous equipment, reaction, or condition.

Use fume hoods and other ventilation devices to control exposure to airborne substances.

All containers must be labeled with chemical name, concentration, and hazard warning.

Store chemicals by hazard classification, not by alphabetical order. Do not store materials in the fume hood or on the floor.

Flammable materials should be stored in approved containers.

Futuresweets10 · 11-17-2003, 12:50 PM

GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

Prior to working with a chemical, always read the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when working with chemicals.
Keep eye washes and showers, fire extinguishers, fire alarm stations, and exits clear.
Never eat, drink, chew gum, apply cosmetics, wear open-toed shoes in the laboratory.
Confine hair, loose clothing, and jewelry.
Remove PPE, including gloves before entering common areas.
Chemical and blood spill kits must be readily available.
Laboratory doors must be kept closed at all times.
Do not store food in refrigerators used for chemicals.
Ensure chemicals are properly labeled.
Do not use equipment unless you have been properly instructed.
Use practices and equipment that minimize hazards.
CHEMICAL STORAGE

Acids

Store large bottles of acids on low shelves or in acid cabinets.
Segregate oxidizing acids from organic acids, flammable and combustible materials.
Segregate acids from bases and active metals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc..
Use bottle carriers for transporting acid bottles.
Have spill control pillows or acid neutralizers available in the event of a spill.
Bases

Segregate bases from acids.
Store solutions of inorganic hydroxides in polyethylene containers.
Have spill control pillows or caustic neutralizers available for caustic spills.
Flammables

Store in approved safety cans or cabinets.
Segregate from oxidizing acids and oxidizers.
Keep away from sources of ignition.
Keep fire extinguishing and spill control equipment readily available.
Store highly volatile flammable liquids in a specially equipped refrigerator.
Oxidizers

Store in a cool, dry area
Store away from flammable and combustible materials, such as paper, wood, etc..

09-09-2003, 12:45 PM	#1
Futuresweets10 former title junky mod Age: 23 Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 6,453 Location: Biloxi MS User is: OffLine	Safe chemical handleing I need to know the proper procedures for handleing chemicals safely. (dont ask, Its for school, will explain later)
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09-09-2003, 01:00 PM	#2
99xtreme Xtreme Dreams.. Age: 32 Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 1,943 Location: Bensalem, PA User is: OffLine	What kind of Chemicals???? I have a MSDS for alot of differnet chemicals.
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09-09-2003, 01:07 PM	#3
Futuresweets10 former title junky mod Age: 23 Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 6,453 Location: Biloxi MS User is: OffLine	Well, I BS'd on a project and needed one last internet resource. It was due this morning. I typed this thred up and used the address for the source. I dont really need any information, just for this thread to stay where it is so I can find a source later and post it here, hehe. BUT, if you have anthing that may be helpful, then post away.
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09-09-2003, 01:08 PM	#4
SPYDER315 CHANGE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS Age: 31 Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 565 Location: IM GA, but I always have SO CAL in my heart User is: OffLine	I have an EPA, DOt and FAA certification, what do you need to know
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11-17-2003, 12:44 PM	#5
Futuresweets10 former title junky mod Age: 23 Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 6,453 Location: Biloxi MS User is: OffLine	General Safety Practices Keep the work area clean and uncluttered. Do not leave exposed sharps (needles, razor blades, etc.) unattended. Label all containers and keep containers closed except when in use. Know the locations of fire extinguishers, eye washes and douse showers. Wash hands frequently and before eating. Do not eat, smoke or apply cosmetics in the lab (except in clearly designated "Clean Areas"). Clean up all spills promptly. Wear shoes that completely cover the feet. Avoid exposure to hazardous materials - wear proper personal protective equipment. Horseplay, practical jokes, or other acts of carelessness are prohibited. General Practices for Handling and Storing Chemicals Minimize all chemical exposures. Approach all chemicals as hazardous and use common sense - do not taste chemicals, avoid smelling chemicals and do not mouth pipette. Do not work alone when handling hazardous materials and do not leave on-going reactions unattended without adequate safety measures. Restrict the amount of chemicals ordered, kept on hand, and used; substitute less hazardous chemicals when possible. Avoid underestimating the risk. One should assume that any mixture will be more toxic than its most toxic component and that all substances of unknown toxicity are highly toxic. Protective glasses or goggles should be worn in the laboratory. Non-vented goggles should be worn when working with acids, caustics, explosives, or hot molten materials. Wear proper gloves when working with any hazardous or potentially hazardous materials. Warning signs should be posted near any dangerous equipment, reaction, or condition. Use fume hoods and other ventilation devices to control exposure to airborne substances. All containers must be labeled with chemical name, concentration, and hazard warning. Store chemicals by hazard classification, not by alphabetical order. Do not store materials in the fume hood or on the floor. Flammable materials should be stored in approved containers.
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11-17-2003, 12:50 PM	#6
Futuresweets10 former title junky mod Age: 23 Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 6,453 Location: Biloxi MS User is: OffLine	GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES Prior to working with a chemical, always read the Material Safety Data Sheet. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when working with chemicals. Keep eye washes and showers, fire extinguishers, fire alarm stations, and exits clear. Never eat, drink, chew gum, apply cosmetics, wear open-toed shoes in the laboratory. Confine hair, loose clothing, and jewelry. Remove PPE, including gloves before entering common areas. Chemical and blood spill kits must be readily available. Laboratory doors must be kept closed at all times. Do not store food in refrigerators used for chemicals. Ensure chemicals are properly labeled. Do not use equipment unless you have been properly instructed. Use practices and equipment that minimize hazards. CHEMICAL STORAGE Acids Store large bottles of acids on low shelves or in acid cabinets. Segregate oxidizing acids from organic acids, flammable and combustible materials. Segregate acids from bases and active metals such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, etc.. Use bottle carriers for transporting acid bottles. Have spill control pillows or acid neutralizers available in the event of a spill. Bases Segregate bases from acids. Store solutions of inorganic hydroxides in polyethylene containers. Have spill control pillows or caustic neutralizers available for caustic spills. Flammables Store in approved safety cans or cabinets. Segregate from oxidizing acids and oxidizers. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep fire extinguishing and spill control equipment readily available. Store highly volatile flammable liquids in a specially equipped refrigerator. Oxidizers Store in a cool, dry area Store away from flammable and combustible materials, such as paper, wood, etc..
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