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Chemical Handling and Safety Flashcards

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  1. Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), who is responsible for ensuring SDSs are accessible to employees?

    Answer: The employer

    OSHA's HazCom Standard requires employers to maintain SDSs for all hazardous chemicals in the workplace and make them accessible to employees at all times.

  2. What is the correct procedure when a chemical splashes into an employee's eyes?

    Answer: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention

    Immediately flushing eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes dilutes and removes the chemical, and medical attention is always required afterward.

  3. Which type of chemical cleaner is BEST suited for removing hard water mineral deposits?

    Answer: Acid-based cleaners

    Acid-based cleaners dissolve mineral deposits such as calcium and lime scale because the acid reacts with the alkaline minerals to break them down.

  4. A housekeeping staff member experiences dizziness and nausea while cleaning a bathroom. What is the most likely cause?

    Answer: Inadequate ventilation and chemical fume inhalation

    Dizziness and nausea in an enclosed space like a bathroom during chemical use typically indicates insufficient ventilation leading to fume accumulation.

  5. What information is REQUIRED on a secondary container label when transferring a chemical from its original container?

    Answer: Product name and hazard warnings

    OSHA requires secondary containers to be labeled with the product name and appropriate hazard warnings so workers understand the chemical's dangers.

  6. What is the purpose of using color-coded spray bottles in housekeeping operations?

    Answer: To prevent cross-contamination between different cleaning areas

    Color-coded spray bottles prevent cross-contamination by ensuring chemicals designated for specific areas (e.g., restrooms vs. kitchens) are not accidentally used elsewhere.

  7. Which of the following is a key principle of 'green' or environmentally preferable chemical purchasing?

    Answer: Choosing concentrated products that minimize packaging waste

    Concentrated products reduce packaging waste and transportation impacts while often being more cost-effective, aligning with green purchasing principles.