119 HAZMAT/ HAZWASTE/ Pollution Control Fundamentals Flashcards
Define the term HM
Hazardous Material (HAZMAT)- chemicals and stuff that can hurt you
Define the term HW
Hazardous Waste- Waste products that are by-products of HM
State the purpose and information contained on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
composition, chemical, and physical characteristics, health and safety hazards, and precautions for safe handling and use.
Explain the general procedures to be followed when a HAZMAT/HW spill is discovered
notify, evaluate, contain
State the PPE required when handling HAZMAT/HW
Rubber gloves, eye pro, semi-conductive footwear, skin pro, breathing pro, apron
Discuss the disposal limitations for Grease
keep synthetic and petroleum lubricants separate
Discuss the disposal limitations for Hydraulic Fluid
keep synthetic fluids separate from other types of fluids
Discuss the disposal limitations for Fuels
keep synthetic and petroleum lubricants separate
Discuss the disposal limitations for Waste Oils
dispose of onshore
Describe required training for all hands with respect to the HAZMAT/HW program
HM in work area, disposal procedures, hazard warning labels, MSDS, protective measures, emergency procedures
Define Oily Waste
Oil is mixed with water or other substances; no longer useful without further treatment
Define Waste Oil
Oil that can no longer be used and is now meant to be disposed of
Describe the actions required for oil spills outside the US Contiguous zone
Report to the proper authorities, report to the On-Scene Commander, clean minor spills and let the shore cleanup people know what happened
Discuss proper marking of HAZMAT containers
Only approved containers, and only use the proper cautionary labels (do not obscure other identifying marks)
Discuss the precautions observed when handling flammables
No smoking; Keep away from open flames, hot work areas, strong oxidizing; Ensure proper ventilation of area; protect from physical damage; ground containers before transfer
