Chemical Hazards in the Workplace

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Chemical Hazards‣ The methods in which chemicals enter the body arecalled “routes of entry.”‣ Understanding these various routes of entry isnecessary to prevent exposure to hazardous chemicals.‣ There are three main “Routes of Entry” Absorption Inhalation Ingestion
Routes of Entry‣ Absorption• Occurs when contact with exposed skin allows achemical to be absorbed into the body.• To prevent absorption,wear proper protectiveequipment: Chemical gloves Aprons Coveralls
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Page 3 and 4: What is a Hazardous Chemical?‣ A
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Page 9 and 10: Routes of Entry‣ Ingestion• Can
Page 11 and 12: Manufacturer’s Labels‣ The chem
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Page 21 and 22: Material Safety Data Sheets‣ MSDS
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Page 31 and 32: Written HazardCommunication Plan‣
Page 33 and 34: Summary‣ Hazardous chemicals are
Page 35 and 36: Summary‣ Chemical manufacturer’
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