Hazardous Material
any material that can cause serious physical harm or pose a risk to the environment
hazardous substance
A substance of hazardous materials that poses a threat to waterways and the environment
right-to-know laws
laws that require employers to advise employees about the hazardous chemicals they use
Material Safety Data Sheet
a sheet containing information about the safe use of a chemical and the steps to take in case of an accident
hazardous waste
Any material that can be harmful to human health or the environment if it is not properly disposed of
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
To enable the EPA to control and manage hazardous waste generators
volatile organic compounds
hydrocarbons that are released into the air and are extremely flammable
ozone
the primary component of smog
force sheild
a device is worn to protect the face and eyes from airborne hazards
safety glasses
protective eyewear
eye bath
use to clean eyes of any chemical or hazards in the air
Noise intensity
the loudness of the noise. Too great an intensity can be harmful
barrier cream
hand creams that provide some protection and soothe the skin when working with irritating materials
nitrile gloves
protective gloves are commonly used when working with paints, solvents,catalysts and fillers
safety shoes
steel toe shoes
jump-suit
lint-free paint resist-absorption
coveralls
jump-suit
hard hat
Used to protect your head
carbon monoxide
a deadly gas formed during the burning of fuel
Air-Purifying Respirator (APR)
A respirator that removes contaminants by passing ambient air through a filter, cartridge, or canister; may have a full or partial facepiece.
canisters
container of chemicals designed to remove specific vaper and gases from breathing air
Atmosphere-supplied respirators
protection and added mobility over the word
machine guards
a device used to prevent personnel from coming into contact with moving parts of a machine