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10-13-1995 11 :23PM FROM P- 5 ■ Material Safety Data Sheets have all the details—everything you ever considered knowing about the chemical, its hazards, and instructions for safe handling,use,disposal, and storage. There is also information on what to do if the chemical spills or leaks and first-aid instructions to follow in the event of an accident. Our material safety data sheets are kept at a specific location in each department and the Master MSDS File is in the Health& Safety Manager's office. If you want to know more about the Haz Com Standard and the ways in which Delicato is complying with it, we have a written hazard communication program that you can review. It is available from each department manager or from the Health& Safety Manager. Safe Handlinz of Hazardous Materials The Right to Know is valuable because it not only lets you know about hazards, it makes sure you know how to protect yourself from them. . It's important to remember that there is no one sure protection for every chemical. You have to check the label and the MSDS of each chemical you work with so you know what to do to work safely with that chemical. But there are a few generalities that apply. ■ Read the label and MSDS.That way, you know in advance what could go wrong and what to do about it. Follow manufacturer's instructions for chemicals and equipment. Follow company procedures on all jobs—no shortcuts! ■ Check the physical hazards. If a chemical has a fire or explosion risk, you want to know the circumstances so you can be sure to avoid them. And if the chemical is reactive, you want to keep it away from other chemicals, or even air or water, if that's what would cause the dangerous reaction, ■ Use the protective and clothing equipment specified on the MSDS. Protective clothing and equipment are the best line of defense between you and the chemical's health hazards. If the danger comes from possible inhalation, youll need respiratory protection. If there's a splash danger, wear safety goggles. If you want to make sure the chemical doesn't touch your skin, wear the clothing recommended. Be sure to follow the recommendations, though. Gloves or other clothes that may be great protection against one chemical may disintegrate with another. • Check the handling and storage instructions—and follow them. Keep chemical containers closed when not in use, and store flammable and explosive materials away from heat sources. ■ Follow the recommended hygiene practices. If the MSDS tells you to wash thoroughly before eating, drinking, or smoking, do it. Clean tools, equipment, and clothing that have been exposed to hazardous chemicals before they re used again. • Know what to do in an emergency. Check that materials you might need to clean up a spill, for instance, are available. Be sure you know who to call and what to do if the worst happens. Tbere's a lot of protection available for you if you know where to look and what to do. Take advantage of the information and the protective equipment we have to keep yourself and others safe and healthy. Summary The Hazard Communication Standard is a very important for anyone who works with hazardous chemicals. It ensures that every chemical we get comes with full information on its potential hazards. Even more important,the Standard gives you the right to know how to protect yourself when you work with those chemicals. Between the information provided by the manufacturer on labels and MSDSs,the protective equipment,ventilation, and training our company provides, and your own increased knowledge and understanding, you can feel secure that you really can work with chemicals safely.