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Chemical Safety
#285
WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES — This video program addresses
many of the hazards which are associated with confined spaces. Those hazards
include mechanical equipment, noise, temperature extremes, fire, toxic
fumes and oxygen deficiency. It emphasizes the need for use of personal
protective equipment so that employees can enter a confined space safely,
work safely and exit safely. Considerable time is spent emphasizing the
need to monitor the atmosphere within the confined space for oxygen deficiency
as well as explosive levels of fumes and toxic gases. The need for proper
rescue procedures is also explained. (13 Minutes)
#417
UNDERSTANDING HAZARD COMMUNICATION — This is an excellent
video to introduce the fundamentals of a hazard communication program to
employees. The hazard evaluation, labeling, MSDS, and chemical list are
all discussed. An overview of the written program and training requirements
is also presented. (11 Minutes)
#457
HAND PROTECTION — This video reviews the appropriate use of gloves.
The different exposures and types of gloves to prevent the particular exposure
are covered including 1) chemicals — latex, rubber, neoprene, nitrile,
2) heat and sparks — leather, 3) cuts and lacerations — stainless
steel mesh, Kevlar, rubber and leather, 4) electrical and, 5) general work
gloves — cotton. The video ends with a general review of basic safety
rules. (6:44 Minutes)
#458
HAZCOM: TRAINING — This video emphasizes that training
is a key element when working with chemical hazards. The difference between
physical and health hazards is discussed. How to determine what chemicals
are through the use of labels and MSDS is covered. Acute versus chronic
health hazards are reviewed. The three main ways to reduce exposure through
the use of engineering controls, safe work practices, and personal protective
equipment and examples of each are given. (8:20 Minutes)
#464
HAZMAT SPILLS: ARE YOU READY? — If you work around chemicals
there is always a potential for spills. You should know what to do and
where to go. Employees should know who is responsible for clean-up whether
it is an outside group or an internal group of employees. The need for
employees to recognize specific hazards and prevent spills is highlighted.
Training to follow company emergency response or spill control plans is
emphasized. Keeping the spills from happening through proper handling of
chemicals, reporting damaged containers, and maintenance of engineering
controls is reviewed. (6:37 Minutes)
#467
LEAD AWARENESS — A humorous game show look at where lead
is found is presented. Aspects covered include sources of lead, how lead
enters the body, organs affected by lead, signs and symptoms of lead poisoning,
what employees can do to reduce hazards, children’s sensitivity to
lead, the role of medical monitoring and the effect of lead on developing
fetuses are all discussed. (10:14 Minutes)
#468
RESPIRATOR MAINTENANCE — Just wearing respirators is not
enough. Respirators need to be maintained to protect you from the airborne
hazards for which they were designed. A regimen of routine inspections
need to be performed including visual checks and negative and positive
air checks. Cleaning with soap, water and a disinfectant are covered. Emphasis
is placed on proper storage and repair when necessary. (6:12 Minutes)
#470
HAZARDOUS WASTE AWARENESS — Knowing how to properly handle
and store chemicals can make your workplace a safer place. This video first
identifies what waste is considered hazardous: ignitable, corrosive, reactive,
and toxic. Use of personal protective equipment, reducing the amount of
waste generated, proper storage, and separation of incompatible wastes
are reviewed. (6:01 Minutes)
#477
WHY PERMITS ARE IMPORTANT — The importance of the permit
system is reviewed. A “what can go wrong” scenario is played
out. All responsibility that signing off on a permit details are covered.
This should include evaluating the site, equipment and hazards, making
sure conditions are safe, and workers are trained, securing the area and
using the proper personal protective equipment. (8:20 Minutes)
#493
HANDLING HAZARDOUS MATERIALS — This video discusses precautions
to take when handling hazardous materials. Hazardous materials can be either
toxic, flammable, or corrosive. Emphasis is placed on knowing the chemicals
you are handling through the use of MSDS’s, using proper personal
protective equipment, how to open containers with proper tools, the use
of labels, and inspecting and using the appropriate containers. Also covered
is proper disposal of chemicals, the use of static grounding cables on
flammables, never combining chemicals, understanding the hazards, taking
the precautions, and knowing the emergency procedures. (6:07 Minutes)
#496
TAKE HOME TOXICS — Lead, cadmium, pesticides and asbestos
are all examples of chemicals that can affect your health. The video discusses
exposure through ingestion, inhalation, and/or absorption. Some chemicals
may take years to show outward effects. How an employee can affect their
family is emphasized. Preventative measures include checking MSDSs, using
vacuums at work, using locker room spaces, keeping work and street clothes
separate, being aware of designated smoking and eating areas, limiting
contact with dirty work clothes, and using good hygiene and personal protective
equipment. (5:47 Minutes)
#510
HAZCOM: CORROSIVES — Professor Doright guides you through
the world of corrosive chemicals. A demonstration of corrosion is shown.
Emphasis is placed on wearing proper personal protective equipment, how
to find out what is required, and why it is important. Other points covered
include knowing what to do in case of overexposure, first aid, eyewash
and safety shower, water reactive chemicals, and storage and handling.
The use of plastic, glass, or porcelain when transferring chemicals is
discussed. (8:31 Minutes)
#527
EYEWASH SHOWERS & STATIONS — Knowing what to do when
an injury occurs including how to operate and locate eyewash stations and
showers is crucial. ANSI has set minimum requirements for location and
flushing capability of these units. Testing and keeping covered with caps
are reviewed. This video is a good refresher on the importance of eyewash
stations and showers in the workplace. (8:27 Minutes)
#565
HOTEL/MOTEL - HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS — With opening remarks by William
Shatner, this video targets housekeeping, office, maintenance and painting
staff in a hotel/motel setting. The definitions of acute exposure versus
chronic exposure are reviewed. Emphasis is placed on reading labels and
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), wearing safety equipment, training,
checking with your supervisor if you have any questions, using proper ventilation,
never mixing chemicals and always using proper hygiene. (8 Minutes)
#656
LAB SAFETY FOR NON-LABORATORY PERSONNEL – Dr. Chemical Imbalance educates the class on chemical safety. He discusses mixing of chemicals, Chemical Hygiene Plans, hazard categories, evacuation plans, critiquing drills, toxic, flammable and reactive chemicals, corrosives, routes of entry, odor, biological hazards, housekeeping, spills, personal protective equipment, mechanical hazards, Hazard Communication programs, labeling, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). (12:11 Minutes)
#657
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT – In 1976, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) was passed to address the problem of solid hazardous waste. This video explains the "Cradle to Grave" philosophy, development of criteria by the EPA, four categories of waste – F-K-P-U, definitions of a small quantity generator and a large quantity generator, storage requirements, designating an emergency coordinator, and the rules and storage requirements that are applicable. The video also explains that substantial fines of $25,000 per day exist for violation of the act. (8:32 Minutes)
#658
AIR MONITORING: THE PURPOSE – A new tank has been installed, and the team of three industrial hygienists is on the job, making sure the tank is safe. The hazard-evaluation process is explained, as are the occupational hazard team, contamination elimination, and hazard-recognition procedures. Oxygen-concentration levels, categories of contaminants, characteristics of gases and vapors, how personal sampling pumps work, direct readout instruments, gas meters, and a definition of air-sampling area are all covered. (12:36 Minutes)
#659
PROPER HANDLING AND USE OF REFRACTORY CERAMIC FIBERS – This presentation of the RCF Coalition provides recommended work practices and proper handling of a class of synthetic vitreous fibers called refractory ceramic fibers. These odorless, white alumino silicates come in bulk, blanks, block, shapes, paper and textile forms. They are used to line furnaces and kilns, insulate boilers, pipes and vessels, and also serve other fire-protection uses. This video discusses labels, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), proper clothing, personal protective equipment, housekeeping, HEPA vacuum, disposal of covered containers, exposure guidelines, respirators, finishing tasks, training and wetting down to prevent airborne particulates. This is a good supplement to basic RCF training. (12:30 Minutes)
#660
ASBESTOS: AWARENESS EXPOSURE – This video emphasizes awareness of the signs of loose asbestos, basic facts, disturbing bonded asbestos, three keys to avoiding exposure, OSHA guidelines Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL), exposure assessment, work practices, monitoring, weather and signage. Also covered are health risks and symptoms, appointed supervisor, asbestos disposal, protective equipment, personal hygiene and smoking. Finally, a review of the five "Rules of Thumb" when working around asbestos is given. (10:09 Minutes)
#661
CHEMICAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & PROCEDURE – A small spill at a company becomes a drill for the new guy on the block. Step by step, the process of a spill cleanup is reviewed with the employee involved and the spill team. Knowing where emergency equipment is, first aid, fire, how to evacuate and call for help, alerting the safety director, watching floor drains, ventilation, ignition points, general rules when working with chemicals, review and evaluation of the drill are emphasized. (11:46 Minutes)
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