Transcript Slide 1

Western Washington
University
Shannon Point Marine
Center
On-Line Safety Training
Fall 2008
Our Safety Policy
 SPMC is committed to provide, maintain, and
improve safe working conditions in its
laboratories and offices.
 In all instances SPMC will strive to eliminate at
the source, dangers to the health, safety and
physical well-being of employees and students.
 It is expected that each employee and student
act responsibly in matters of safety and health
that promotes a safe working environment.
Having a plan isn’t enough. Every party involved is responsible for
working toward a safer environment
This training is part of WWU SPMC’s compliance
with the OSHA Laboratory Standard
OSHA Laboratory Standard
29 CFR 1910.1450
Any person who works in a laboratory must
receive training to become knowledgeable
about potential hazards in the laboratory.
Who is responsible for
Safety?
ALL employees and students
are responsible for a safe
working environment
 SPMC is responsible for providing:
 Safe working conditions
 Safe equipment
 Training
Who is responsible for
Safety? (cont.)
 The employee (or student) is responsible
for :
 reviewing all pertinent safety programs
 Complying with all safe work practices, rules and
regulations.
 Recognizing hazards in the work place
 Reporting unsafe conditions to their supervisor or
SPMC staff immediately.
Hazard Communication
Information about potential hazards must be freely
exchanged among all parties
 “Right-to-Know Laws” exist and specify your rights
 You have a right to be informed of any hazards to
which you may be exposed.
 You have a responsibility to inform others around
you of hazards they may not know about.
For example:
If you’re working with something that requires protective
equipment others around you should be informed so they can
best protect themselves.
Which of these folks
doesn’t know the
hazards to which they
are being exposed?
Signs and labels are an important component of
hazard communication
Complete and accurate
signs and labels are
essential
Does this sign
effectively warn of
potential hazards?
More Info on OSHA Lab
Standard
 Copy available in ME 039
 On-line (see External Links)
 Questions, comments, and concerns can
be brought to your supervisor or qualified
SPMC staff (Gene, Nate, or Lee)
Various Potential Hazards
 There are a variety of potential hazards
that may be encountered in teaching or
research labs
 This presentation will briefly discuss
many of them
 Many of you will require additional
training more specific to your work
environment
Planning ahead can
prevent many accidents
Emergency Response
Procedures
 Prepare for any emergency
 Be aware of emergency telephone
numbers
 Know the location and operation of
eyewash fountains and emergency
showers
 Know what to do in case of a spill (What
are you working with?)
 Know your emergency exits
Planning ahead can save time
and possibly lives
First Aid
 First Aid kits are located throughout the
buildings
 If more than minor injury send someone for
assistance
 Serious emergency call x3911 and stay on
phone
 Life threatening (call 911)
Emergencies - Fire
Be prepared
 Keep the lab aisles and evacuation
routes free of equipment and other
objects that could obstruct safe passage
 Locate the fire extinguishers and alarms
 Know the route to the closest emergency
exit
Small Fire
 Alert people in the lab to the danger
 Smother the fire or use an
extinguisher (aim at the base of
flame)
 Always stay on the exit side of the
flame
 Report the incident
Large Fire
 Alert people to evacuate the area
 Close doors to confine fire
 Activate nearest fire alarm or call for
emergency response
 Assist getting students out of building
 Gather in a common area, away from
danger, so you can be accounted for
Emergency area location is the
Handicap parking area
Spills & Broken Glass
 Warn everyone around you
 Clear the area
 Evaluate the hazard, clean up if safe - If
unsure send someone for help
 Evacuate if dangerous
 Report the incident
Safety Showers and
Eyewashes
 Know the locations
 Know how to operate each type
 Assist others when needed
 Showers for large spills, remove clothing
for maximum safety
 Eyewashes
 Hold eyes wide open
 Remove contacts
 Flush eyes for 15 minutes
Earthquake
 Stay calm!
 Get under a desk or table or stand in a corner.
Crouch and cover your head and neck with
your hands and arms
 If in a crowd, do not rush for the door. Lend a
hand to others
 Exit the building as soon as the shaking stops
 Report any gas or water leaks
 Gather in a common area, away from danger,
so you can be accounted for – Handicap
Parking Lot
Autoclaves
Autoclaves use high heat and pressure to sterilize.
This, very rarely, can lead to an explosion.
Here’s what it
looks like when
an autoclave
explodes
Before using the autoclaves you must be trained by
personnel.
Compressed Gas
Cylinders
 Must be properly secured
at all times
 Gas cylinders are under
extreme pressures
 They can explode or
become deadly projectiles
Lab after a gas cylinder accident
Liquid Nitrogen
 Very, very cold (-200 °C)
 Wear goggles whenever
pouring liquid nitrogen.
 Use cryo gloves
Protect your hands and
eyes from damage
Electrocution Hazards
 Use GFCI outlets
near sinks
 Frayed electrical
wires
 Aquarium lights
and pumps
Radioisotopes
 Radioisotope use is under the direct
supervision of the Radiation Safety
Officer (Gisele Mueller-Parker)
 Written authorization from the RSO is
required before using radioisotopes and
must be indicated on your application for
space
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Now that we’ve briefly discussed most
of the potential hazards we’ll go into a
bit more detail about one more hazard
Chemical Safety
Chemical Labels
When working with chemicals there are some
labeling systems with which you must be familiar
 DOT – Department of Transportation
(DOT) requires specific diamond shaped
warnings on any shipped package
 NFPA – National Fire Protection
Association’s four colored diamond is
intended to summarize hazards to rescue
personnel in case of a spill
Chemical Labels (Cont.)
 Primary container label – Complete
hazard information prepared by the
chemical manufacturer and affixed to
containers before it is shipped to buyers.
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Secondary container label – When ever a
chemical is transferred (or diluted) into a
secondary container (beaker, flask, bottle, etc.) it
must be labeled with hazard warnings and
identifying information
DOT Label
Department of Transportation labels
are typically found on the outside of
shipping cartons
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The labels are color-coded with the hazards
depicted by readily identifiable symbols
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These universal symbols are also useful on
secondary containers
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NFPA Label
This labeling and rating system is
designed for fire fighters – not lab
workers
Yet it is still a helpful
quick summary of a
substance’s main hazards
Always read more
about possible
hazards of a
chemical before
exposing yourself
Primary Container Label
OSHA requires that all hazardous chemicals be clearly labeled
with known hazards.
Each label must contain:
• the identity of the material
• the name and address of a responsible
person from whom information can be
obtained if necessary
• precautionary hazard warnings
Secondary Container
Label
If a material is transferred from a primary
container into another container (e.g. flask,
bottle, beaker) that container is called a
secondary container.
Any repackaged hazardous solid or liquid in a
concentration greater than 1% (0.1% for a
carcinogen) must have appropriate labeling.
Never leave an unlabeled beaker or flask on a shelf or counter.
If someone else spills it would they know what hazards are
involved? Even water should be labeled to avoid any concerns.
Secondary Container
Label (cont.)
 Secondary labels must include
 Identity of the chemical (full name not just
formula)
 Appropriate hazard warning
 Date of transfer (refilling)
 Name of person who made or is using 2nd
container
 Hazards requiring specific mention:
 Flammability, Oxidizer, Corrosive, Cancer,
Explosive, Toxic, Poison, and any other
immediate or severe hazard
Improperly labeled
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Can you see what is missing on these secondary containers?
• No hazard info
• No name
• No date
Read the Chemical Label
 Always check the label of every bottle
for safety information
 Also obtain more detailed information
from the MSDS
Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS)
Here’s
an example
MSDS for
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Composition
(ingredients)
There is a lot of info packed into
the hazardous chemicals in the
an MSDS. Let’s highlight some of
product. Acetone is simple.
the key components.
Read the MSDS
Material Safety Data
Sheets
 All MSDS’s are in rooms ME039 and ME
036 (the balance room)
 Always refer to the MSDS for any
suspected hazardous material
 A copy must be on hand before working
with any chemical
 Must be easily available to everyone for
every laboratory material
 Available on the web (hazard.com).
Material Safety Data
Sheets (cont.)
Important tip:
 MSDS’s are written for industrial settings
were quantities are much bigger than
would ever be found in the lab
 When working with a new chemical read
the MSDS then talk with you supervisor
and/or the Safety Officer about the risks in
your situation.
Safe storage of chemicals is
a necessity in every
laboratory.
 Provides for effective management of
chemicals.
 Lessens the risk of fire.
 Prevents accidental mixing of incompatible
chemicals in emergencies.
 Minimizes exposure to corrosive and toxic
chemicals.
Fire caused by improper
chemical storage
Safe Chemical Storage
 Dry chemical storage
 Dry chemicals can be stored together but segregate
oxidizers.
 Liquid chemical storage
 Separate as acids, bases, flammables, oxidizers, and
highly toxic chemicals.
 Acids.
 Acids should be stored in trays. Nitric acid should be
stored separately.
 Organic acids, organic bases, and flammables.
 Organic acids and organic bases may be stored with the
flammables.
 Oxidizers.
 Oxidizers are highly reactive. They should be separated
from other chemicals.
Safe Chemical Storage (Cont.)
 Only retrieve chemicals for which you have
been authorized
 Place all items back in proper storage
location
 Don’t leave hazardous chemicals out on the
benchtop
 If you have a question concerning the
proper storage of a hazardous chemical,
don't guess; ask your supervisor or Carissa
for guidance
Waste Minimization and
Disposal
 Plan each experiment to utilize the
minimum amount of material
 Order the smallest amount of chemicals
 Use less hazardous materials
 Properly and completely label waste
containers
 No hazardous materials down the drain
 When in doubt - ask!
Now let’s go over some safety equipment
Fume Hoods
Cabinets
Handle volatiles
and weigh
hazardous
powders
(Protects you)
Pulls air away from you
vs.
Biosafety
Keep samples free
of contaminants
(Protects work)
Blows air towards you
Fume Hoods
 Know the proper use
 Work area – 4 inches in from sash plane
 Flow rates are tested regularly
 Should not be used for chemical storage and
used as working hood
 If only one hood available use the vented
cabinet below for all storage and keep work
area clear
 Yellow Hood reserved for Formaldehyde use
Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE)
PPE
 Available to anyone working in the lab
 Must fit the individual wearer
 Must be specific for the hazard
 Individuals should be trained regarding
the use and proper wearing
PPE
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Proper Clothing – Long sleeves and pants
Proper Shoes – No sandals or open toes
Safety Glasses or Goggles
Gloves – Use the proper type and change
often
 Lab Coat or Apron
 Respiratory Protection – when needed
Eye Protection
 Safety Glasses – for
projectile hazards
(carpentry, glasswork)
 Safety Goggles –
required when there is
the potential for a
chemical splash
Chemical-Resistant Gloves
Chemical-resistant gloves are not
totally “chemical-proof ”
Solvents will eventually penetrate
the gloves over time.
The thicker the glove, the more
resistant it is to solvents.
Thick is better than Thin
No glove material is impervious to all chemicals – ask
for guidance.
Lab Coats
 Lab coats protect
your skin and your
clothes
 Affordable and
effective protection
 Available outside the
Marine Chemistry
Lab (by the stairs)
Think Safety
Before you do
any task, take a
moment to
consider a safer
alternative or a
safer way to do
the same thing
Safety Policy in Research Labs
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Never work alone at a potentially dangerous
activity
Perform authorized work only - Do not
operate equipment unless you have been
instructed in its proper use
No food, beverages, tobacco products, or
application of cosmetics
NEVER leave a hazardous system
unattended
Keep aisles and safety equipment clear
Think ahead and plan every experiment
Knowing safety policies and procedures
only helps if they are followed
Good Laboratory
Practices
 No smoking, food or beverages in the
labs.
 Students may place food or drinks outside
the door and go into the hall to consume
them when convenient.
Good Laboratory
Practices(cont.)
 Aisles & exits are free from obstruction.
 Backpacks or bags should not be placed in
the aisles or between tables, they create a
tripping hazard and blockage in the event
of a fast exit being required.
 Carts should be pushed into the hall (if
empty)
Good Laboratory
Practices(cont.)
 Lab benches must be cleaned, or
decontaminated after work is completed.
 This is the your job - please make sure you do
it before you leave the lab
Good Laboratory
Practices (cont.)
 Do NOT leave spilled chemicals on or around
the balance
 Dispose of spilled or excess chemicals
properly
 Wipe down the balance after each use using a
kimwipe, brush or air duster
 Wipe down all surfaces of the balance table.
 Return chemicals to proper storage locations
when finished
While Working in the
Lab:
 Shoes with full
coverage and good
grip soles
 Restrain long hair,
loose clothing and
jewelry
 Use appropriate
eye, skin, and hand
protection
Working with Chemicals
on the Boats
 Inform the skipper of the hazards
associated with any chemical brought on
the boat.
 MSDS should accompany any chemical
brought on board
 All safety policies regarding boating will be
followed in addition to all necessary safety
gear used in normal lab chemical use
 Chemicals should at least be double
contained
Security Issues
 Lock doors when you leave a room
 Never prop open an exterior door
 Know where a telephone is
 Know emergency numbers
 Report suspicious people in the building
to Gene McKeen campus phone 223
You are ready to work in the
lab when you can answer
these questions
 What are the hazards of the chemical
you are working with?
 How are you protected from those
hazards?
 What do you do in case of an
emergency?
 Where can you get further hazard
information?
You’ve Completed the
Slide Show
 To complete the safety training:
 Take the quiz and score 15 out of 17 or better
 Print out and sign the Safety Training Verification
form
 Return the form to Lee (ME 039) before
beginning your research
Thank you