Hazardous Materials

Chemical Inventory Each area must maintain a

complete, accurate and up to date chemical inventory.

The inventory should include:– All Chemicals Hazardous Non-hazardous

– Compressed Gasses

Chemical InventoryWhen you are doing the inventory, it is a

good time to discard any chemicals that: – Are expired.– Are no longer being used.– Have containers that have been compromised,

i.e. cracked lid.– Have labels that are illegible.

Submit your updated inventory to EH&S on the yearly basis.

Global Harmonization Labeling System

Hazard pictograms are one of the key elements for the labeling of containers under the GHS, along with: An identification of the product; A signal word – either DANGER or

WARNING Hazard Statements, indicating the

nature and degree of the risks posed by the product

Precautionary Statements, indicating how the product should be handled to minimize risks to the user (as well as to other people and the general environment)

The identity of the supplier (who might be a manufacturer or importer)

GHS Symbols (Pictograms) & Hazard Classes

•Explosives •Self Reactives •Organic Peroxides

•Flammables •Self Reactives •Pyrophorics •Self-Heating •Emits Flammable Gas •Organic Peroxides

Oxidizers

GHS Symbols (Pictograms) & Hazard Classes

•Carcinogen •Respiratory Sensitizer •Reproductive Toxicity •Target Organ Toxicity •Mutagenicity •Aspiration Toxicity

•Environmental Toxicity(Not required by OSHA)

•Irritant •Dermal Sensitizer •Acute Toxicity (harmful) •Narcotic Effects • Respiratory Tract Irritation

GHS Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

The SDS has sixteen defined sections to ensure consistency and understanding. All sections are required except where noted.

Each area must maintain a current SDS for each chemical or compound being stored or used in the workshops or work areas.

An SDS must be available whenever the chemical is being used.

Everyone should know how to use and understand SDS’s and where they are located.

Important SDS Information Chemical Id

Synonyms Hazardous Ingredients

Exposure Limits Physical Data

Appearance and odor Fire & Explosion Data

Flash-point Health Hazards

Toxic, Carcinogen, etc. Physical Hazards

Corrosive, Oxidizer, etc.

Reactivity dataIncompatibles

Spill ProceduresLarge and small

Special ProtectionWear appropriate PPE

Signs and Symptoms of ExposureHeadache, Nausea, etc.

PresenterPresentation NotesThe structure of a MSDS’s differs between manufacturers.

GENERALLY1)Product Identification, chemical manufacturers address, emergency tel #.2)Whats in the chemical that can harm you. They mention the PEL’s (permissible Exposure levels established by OSHA in PPM. Over the PELS may constitute a toxic environment3)appearance, odor, volatility 4)temperature chem ignites (100degrees F), extinguishing media5)symptoms, First Aid_____6)chemical react with materials or conditions 7)Primary duty is notification-Coworkers, what use to clean-up8)Personal Protective Equipment9)other info

Important SDS Information An SDS is a good source to determine:

– Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).– Labeling requirements.– Storage requirements.

READ an SDS before using a new chemical or unsure of the possible hazards.

SDS Emergency

In an emergency and you cannot retrieve an SDS, you can be obtained it by calling the 3E Company’s 24 Hour phone #:

800-451-8346Or

760-602-8703

Chemical Storage Separate incompatible chemicals.

– Separate oxidizers (like some Fertilizers) from flammables (Solvents, Paints)

– Separate flammable liquids, acids and bases Provide earthquake restraints for all open

shelving when storing chemicals. Secondary containment needs to be provide if

there is a risk of a release into the environment.

Chemical Storage The storage container MUST be compatible

with material it is holding. – Example: Metal containers cannot be used for

acids and bases. Food containers MUST NEVER BE USED!

Example of no earthquake restraints…but

Fixed

Flammable Liquids Storage

If a area has quantities greater than 10 gallons, they must be stored in an approved flammable liquids storage cabinet.

Containers that can be shattered or punctured easily must be in secondary containment.

Do not store flammables with acids, bases or oxidizers.

Acids Storage

Store in secondary containment Store below eye level Store acids of different classes in separate

secondary containment– Organic (Acetic Acid/Vinegar)– Inorganic (Pool Acid)– Oxidizing (conc. Battery Acid)

Bases Storage

Store in secondary containment Store below eye level Store away from acids and solvents Examples

– Hydroxides (Lime, Caustic Soda)– Ammonia – Bleach

Compressed Gasses Storage Must be upright and restrained

– At least two chains Separate incompatible gasses

– Flammable & Oxidizing by 20 feet Keep caps on while in

transportation or in storage

Chemical Labeling All containers in the work area must be

properly labeled with the name of the material being stored in the container. This includes non-hazardous materials such as:– Water– Detergent– Window Cleaner

Full name with NO abbreviations.

Containers of hazardous materials must not only include the name of the material but also the physical and health hazards associated with the use of the material.– Flammable– Corrosive– Toxic– Irritant

Chemical Labeling

Chemical Labeling

Consult the SDS or the manufacturer’s label for accurate labeling information regarding physical and health hazards.

Chemical Labeling

Be Safe, Act Responsibly, Accidents Really Do Happen

Hazardous Waste Management

What is Hazardous WasteEPA Definition:A material is a hazardous waste if due to its

quantity, concentration, physical, chemical or infectious characteristics. It possesses a substantial present, or potential hazard to human health and the environment and HAS NO KNOW USE.

What chemical waste must be managed?

Wastes that meet any of the following characteristics.

Ignitable – Flashpoint of ≤ 140°F

Corrosive – pH ≤2 or ≥ 12.5

Toxic – LD-50 < 5000 mg/kg

Reactive – Reacts with anything

Common Wastes Solvents

– Paint thinner Paint Drain Cleaners Caustic Detergents Used Oil Expired Pesticides Degreasers

Hazardous waste must not be disposed of on site.

This means the dumpster

…and the sewer and storm drains!!

Side Note: Stormwater!!

What can be go down into a stormdrain?

Rainwater, that’s about it!!

Illegal Discharges Anything that discharges into a storm

drain that is not composed entirely of storm water is a non-storm water discharge

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Illicit Dumping If you see someone dumping into the

storm drain anywhere on campus, call EH&S (x46778) and notify your supervisor

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Okay, Back to Hazardous Waste

Satellite Accumulation These are areas within a workshop that

generate small quantities of Hazardous Waste.

Definition: An Area that within 9 monthsaccumulates-

No more than 55 gallons of any hazardous waste stream.

No more than 1 quart of any acutely or extremely hazardous waste stream.

Waste Accumulation Date The waste accumulation date starts as

soon as the first drop of waste goes into your container.

The accumulation date must be written on the hazardous waste label.

The waste must be removed within 9 months of that date.

Hazardous Waste Storage

Waste containers must be keepclosed/capped unless waste is being added or removed!

A funnel is not a cap

Good Secondary Containment Poor management of paint waste.

Hazardous Waste Storage Containers with

closable/sealable lids or covers.

Containers must be in good condition: no holes, creases, cracks, rust.

Compatible to the waste stored in it.

Container open with no label

Hazardous Waste Storage

NO Food or Beverage Containers.

Waste LabelingLabel must be filled out:- Contact Name

- Room Number- Phone Number

- The accumulation start date (Month, Day, Year)

- Chemical Name- Percent volume

- Type of Hazard

- The Physical State

Waste Labeling

In other words, fill out the entire hazardous waste label!!

Needs improvement!!

“Empty” Containers > 5 gallons in size which previously held

hazardous materials must be managed as Hazardous Waste.

< 5 gallons don’t need to be managed Empty containers of any size that

previously held Highly Toxic Materials must be handled as hazardous waste.

“California Empty” Collect:

– Collect in a safe location away from foot traffic Invert to dry:

– Invert bottle over paper towels and shake to dry. (Do not air dry)

Deface:– Thoroughly deface the chemical label and write

“Empty” on it. Dispose:

– Can be landfilled or recycled

Waste Container removal Call EH&S Department x46778 or x46098 Never allow more than the maximum

amounts or dates to be accumulated. Satellite containers will be removed within

7 working days.

Key methods for waste minimization Reduce

– Purchase only what you need Reuse

– Reuse empty containers to collect waste

– Subscribe to a rag reuse service Recycle

– Some waste oils and paints can be recycled

– Remember that Paper, Metals and some Plastics can be recycled

Waste Minimization

Chemical SpillsHave a Spill Kit Ready

Set-up kit for your specific needs

Take inventory of the kit frequently

Quickly replace used or missing items

Spill ResponseFor Small Spills: Spills one gallon or less, clean the spill using the material

in your spill kit. Don your proper protective equipment (PPE). Place contaminated material into your spill bag, seal, and

attach a hazardous waste label. Request a waste pick up of the material from EH&S. For an reason you are not cannot cleanup the spill, call

EH&S for assistance.Rats

Spill ResponseFor Larger Spills: Contain the spill if possible, notify others

in the area, and evacuate the area. Notify your safety officer or EH&S and the

supervisor of the area. If after business hours, notify Public

Safety (x1991).

Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) Primarily used by First Responders Located in the offices of EH&S at Hardy Tower Contains:

– Emergency response and contingency plan for large spills and includes emergency contacts

– Site maps for hazardous materials– Inventory of high volume hazardous materials– Highly toxic gases, carcinogens and certain flammable

solids information

Finally, If All Else Fails…Consult the Hazardous Materials and

Hazardous Waste Management Practices Booklet provided by EH&S.

Universal Waste

A Different Type of Waste•Started with Businesses and Extended to households

•These a common products with lower hazard properties

•No longer allowed to throw in trash-Mercury Containing Devices -Aerosol Cans-Batteries-Televisions-Fluorescent Bulbs-Computers-Electronic Devices

Batteries

Alkaline Batteries

Most Common AA, AAA, C, D 9volt Mercury content 0.10-

0.025% or none Recycled by

– Electrolyte neutralization– Zinc & Magnesium

extracted, used in construction material

– Steel Smelter (shredded)

NiCad/Lithium Batteries NiCad batteries contain

Nickel/Cadmium or Nickel Metal Hydride.

Lithium batteries are the fastest growing type due to their higher performance & reliability.

These batteries are found in cell phones, power tools, cordless devices

Recycled by– Disassembly– Electrolyte neutralization– Heavy metals recovery– Sold back into

manufacturing

Button Cell Batteries

Mercuric Oxide, Silver Oxide, & Zinc Air

Watchers, calculators, pagers, hearing aids

Metal content– Mercuric Oxide 35-50%– Silver Oxide 0.4-1.0%

Recycled by– Shredding– Electrolyte neutralization– Heavy metals recovery

Sealed Lead Acid Batteries

Computer backup, lawnmower starters, large flashlights

Lead 50-75% Recycled by

– Lead extracted in smelter plant

– Acid separation and treatment

– Materials reclaimed and sold back to manufacturers.

Aerosol Cans

All Types of Aerosols- Full, Partially Full and Empty

Mercury Switches/Devices

Tilt sensors– Doors – Lids

Temp switch Thermometers Thermostat probes

Collection Do not try to dismantle

-Store and Label as Universal Waste

Broken Switches/Devices-Collect any spilled Mercury and Store in a plastic container

Notify & Arrange Disposal with EH&S (X46778)-Call prior to delivery at Waste Storage Building

Fluorescent Light Tubes

Fluorescent tubes – All (California)

High intensity discharge (HID)– Sodium vapor– Metal halide– Some automobile– Floodlights

Mercury Concentrations

Fluorescent lamp– T12 ~ 41mg– T8 ~ 30mg– Low mercury lamps

~1/3 HID

– Metal halide 75 watt ~ 20mg

– HP sodium 50 watt ~8.3mg 1000 watt ~25mg

Incandescent Light Bulbs

These are also collected.

Lamp Collection

Lamp Collection

Must be in a rigid container to protect from breaking.

Containers must be “Closed” while in storage. Containers need to be properly labeled.

Bulbs Were Not Protected!

Broken Lamps

Treat as Universal Waste not trash. Put in a sealed, rigid container.

– Label container “broken lamps” with date when container is first used.

Contact EH&S (X46778) for pickup or prior to delivery to the Waste Storage Facility located in Lot 16.

General Requirements for Managing Universal Waste

Storage Labeling Time Limits Disposal

Storage of Universal Waste

Storage containers for universal waste needs to:– Prevent leakage– Prevent damage– Be able to close

Labeling

All universal waste must be include the following:

A description of the waste: Waste Batteries, Waste Lamps…

For E-Waste: Universal Waste: Electronic Devices The “Accumulation Start Date” with the complete date

to include the month, the day and the year.

Sample Label

UNIVERSAL WASTEWaste Lamps

Accumulation start date: July 10, 2007

Time limits “Universal Waste” can not be accumulated in

any area or department for longer than 9 months.

“Universal Waste” needs to be removed from an area or department once its storage container is full.

Most containers are full within 3 months.

Disposing of Universal Waste

Notify EH&S when you are dropping off Universal Waste at the Waste Storage Facility in Lot 16 next to the Garage.

Don’t drop off materials that are not properly packaged or labeled.

You MUST contact EH&S Prior to dropping of any waste material (x46778).

If you are dropping off waste, do not leave the waste material outside the fence line in the parking lot!!

Disposing of Universal Waste

For Large Electronic Devises, CRT’s (TV’s, Monitors), or Computer Equipment and Accessories, please contact Logistical Services for collection, evaluation, and disposition.

The End

Hazardous Materials Chemical InventoryChemical InventoryGlobal Harmonization Labeling SystemGHS Symbols (Pictograms) & Hazard ClassesGHS Symbols (Pictograms) & Hazard ClassesGHS Safety Data Sheets (SDS)Important SDS InformationImportant SDS InformationSDS EmergencyChemical StorageChemical StorageExample of no earthquake restraints…butFlammable Liquids StorageAcids StorageBases StorageCompressed Gasses StorageChemical LabelingChemical LabelingChemical LabelingChemical Labeling Slide Number 22Hazardous Waste ManagementWhat is Hazardous WasteWhat chemical waste must be managed?Common WastesHazardous waste must not be disposed of on site.Side Note: Stormwater!!Illegal DischargesIllicit Dumping Okay, Back to Hazardous WasteSatellite AccumulationWaste Accumulation DateHazardous Waste StorageHazardous Waste StorageHazardous Waste StorageWaste LabelingWaste Labeling“Empty” Containers“California Empty”Waste Container removalWaste MinimizationChemical SpillsSpill ResponseSpill ResponseHazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP)Finally, If All Else Fails…Slide Number 48A Different Type of WasteBatteriesAlkaline BatteriesNiCad/Lithium BatteriesButton Cell BatteriesSealed Lead Acid BatteriesAerosol CansMercury Switches/DevicesCollectionFluorescent Light TubesMercury ConcentrationsIncandescent Light BulbsLamp CollectionLamp CollectionBulbs Were Not Protected!Broken LampsGeneral Requirements for Managing Universal WasteStorage of Universal WasteLabelingSample LabelTime limitsDisposing of Universal WasteDisposing of Universal WasteThe End