Chemical Safety and Handling Practices

The video tutorial covers the presence and types of hazardous chemicals on job sites, including toxic, carcinogenic, corrosive, irritants, and sensitizers. It explains the methods of chemical exposure such as inhalation, absorption, and ingestion. The importance of a written hazard communication program, proper labeling, and maintaining Safety Data Sheets (SDS) is emphasized. The tutorial also details how to access and use SDS, and outlines safe practices and emergency procedures for handling chemicals, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Which type of chemical is known to cause cancer after exposure?

• Irritant chemicals

• Toxic chemicals

• Corrosive chemicals

• Carcinogenic chemicals

What is the primary method of chemical exposure through breathing?

• Inhalation

• Ingestion

• Absorption

• Injection

What is one of the primary methods to communicate chemical safety information?

• Using color codes

• Oral instructions

• Visual signals

• Properly labeling containers

What should be done if a chemical label is old and hard to read?

• Replace it with a new label

• Ignore it

• Use a magnifying glass

• Ask a colleague

What does SDS stand for?

• Safety Directive Sheet

• Standard Data Sheet

• Secure Data Sheet

• Safety Data Sheet

How many sections are Safety Data Sheets divided into?

• 14

• 12

• 10

• 16

What is a common practice for storing SDS on a job site?

• In a binder in a central location

• In a toolbox

• In a personal locker

• In a locked cabinet

What should be done with excess chemical products?

• Leave them on the job site

• Pour them down the drain

• Dispose of them correctly

• Store them in any container

What personal protective equipment might be needed when handling chemicals?

• Earplugs

• Hard hats

• Sunglasses

• Gloves and aprons

What should workers do before eating or drinking on a job site with chemicals?

• Take a break

• Wash thoroughly

• Check their phone

• Remove all PPE