Harmful substances Exposure Inspection

1. Is a hazard communication program in place, and are workers trained in the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances?

2. Are Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) obtained, updated, and made available to workers?

3. Are all workers able to understand the SDS, hazards, and safety requirements?

4. Are flammable and combustible liquids stored in approved containers?

5. Are hazardous chemicals properly labeled?

6. Is PPE, such as respirators for protection against mold, provided for workers who use or handle?

7. Are chemically-soiled materials and equipment either decontaminated or discarded?

8. Are exhaust ventilation systems used when needed and adequate to control exposures to dusts, flammable/toxic vapors, and other hazardous substances?

9. If forklifts and other equipment/ vehicles are used in enclosed areas, are they inspected to ensure carbon monoxide levels kept below maximum acceptable concentration?

10. Are workers advised to exercise good personal hygiene practices (e.g., frequent hand-washing) when working with chemicals?

11. Are workers trained to handle incidental spills of hazardous chemicals, such as small quantities of solvents or fuel, which they may encounter when conducting operations? If larger spills of hazardous chemicals occur, is remediation outsourced or will workers perform the clean up?

12. Are emergency eyewash stations provided?

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