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4 of 14 <br /> It is important to use the following safe work practices whenever you use hazardous chemicals: <br /> • Obtain and read the Safety Data Sheets prior to starting work. <br /> • Eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals, or substitute for less hazardous chemicals <br /> whenever possible. <br /> • Limit the volume of hazardous chemicals to the minimum needed. <br /> • Keep the work areas clean and orderly. <br /> • Provide means of containing the material if primary containers break or spill (secondary <br /> containment, sorbent material,etc.). <br /> • Implement engineering and/or administrative controls to reduce exposure. <br /> • Use necessary personal protective equipment(gloves, eye protection, etc.). <br /> Chemical Hazard Assessments <br /> A thorough hazard assessment is conducted whenever a new job task or hazardous chemical is <br /> introduced into the workplace. The hazard assessment encompasses the entire process and <br /> identify both real and potential hazards.The evaluation focuses on eliminating or reducing <br /> hazards through the use of engineering controls, proper work practices and PPE. <br /> The HazCom Program includes a detail list of the hazardous chemicals known to <br /> be present in the workplace.This list is kept by the product name, common <br /> name or chemical name as long as the identity used on the list matches that used on <br /> the SDS and label so that it can be cross referenced. <br /> How long do we have to keep the SDSs? 30 years! or record of the identity of the substances or <br /> agents to which employees are exposed for 30 years. <br /> Unlabeled Chemical Pipes Classification Color Scheme <br /> FilewencMnB Fluids <br /> Above-ground pipes transporting hazardous TwkQuencWNeFlWtls <br /> chemicals (gases,vapors, liquids, semi liquids, R .ble Fluids al p <br /> and plastics) will be identified in accordance with CumbusweFluids <br /> T8 CCR, section 3321, pub le,e°oG Q bop.feed, <br /> "Identification of Piping." 8ntla1nWf Wr <br /> C.npreseed Ar <br /> Before employees enter the area and initiate work on or near pipes, communicate: <br /> • The location of the pipe or piping system or other known safety hazard. <br /> • The chemicals in the pipe. <br /> • Potential hazards. <br /> • Safety precautions. <br /> Note:ANSI Standard on color coding is not a Cal/OSHA requirement. <br /> 2021 Hazard Communication <br /> WESfEgN AGWCUCePAL GRCCESHNtS <br /> Trainer Guide Example <br />