Module 1: Regulations - International Association of Fire Fighters

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IAFF Training for Hazardous Materials: Technician© Student Text Hazard Warnings Labels The manufacturer, importer, or distributor is responsible for ensuring that every container used by a customer is properly labeled as to: • Contents • Hazard warning • Name of manufacturer or other responsible party The manufacturer, importer, or distributor is also required to provide, upon request, any additional information requested about a specific hazardous material. A chemical manufacturer, however, may declare the ingredients of a compound a “trade secret”. In this case, if an accident occurs where this information is vital, the manufacturer is required to relinquish all information. The assumption is that the trade secret in question will not be divulged. The employer is required to maintain all labels on the containers. Labels should be legible, in English, and prominently displayed or readily available. Labeling Systems There are several labeling systems approved for use in industrial settings. The three most common labeling systems are the: • HMIS • NFPA • DOT system 1-86 Module 1: Regulations
Student Text IAFF Training for Hazardous Materials: Technician© Hazardous Material Identification System (HMIS) The HMIS (designed by the National Paint and Coating Association) is a comprehensive system for hazardous materials identification. This system conveys chemical identity by chemical or common names, code numbers, or other descriptive terms which clearly identify the material. The acute health, flammability, and reactivity hazards are communicated by numerical ratings inserted onto the label itself. The description of the numerical Hazard Index (HI) is shown as follows: 4 Extreme Hazard 3 Serious Hazard 2 Moderate Hazard 1 Slight Hazard 0 Minimal Hazard These designations will be written with indelible ink on each section of the label (Health, Flammability, Reactivity). Information is obtained from the MSDS or other sources acceptable to OSHA. Health Hazard or Blue Section 4 Extreme Highly Toxic - May be fatal on short term exposure. Special protective equipment required. 3 Serious Toxic - Avoid inhalation or skin contact. 2 Moderate Moderately Toxic - May be harmful if inhaled or absorbed. 1 Slight Slightly Toxic - May cause slight irritation. 0 Minimal All chemicals have some degree of toxicity. Module 1: Regulations 1-87
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