Spillage Response Awareness Presentation

Spillage Response Awareness Presentation by Knights of Safety Academy

1. Spillage Response Awareness QA/QC Department

2. Inappropriate Handling techniques Damaged storage containers 01. Common Causes of Spills Here are some common causes of chemical spillages: Inappropriate storage containers Uncontrolled access to chemical storage Lack of chemical-related training, and Lack of supervision

3. 02. The Dangers of Chemical Spillages Chemical spillages present several dangers and can be a serious risk to health. Depending on the nature of the chemical spilt, those dangers could be: Slip, trip and fall hazards Contamination of other materials Risk of fire Contamination of the environment

4. 03. The Routes of Exposure Hazardous materials can have different effects on human health depending on how they enter the body Inhalation Injection Absorption Ingestion

5. 04. Many chemicals and other hazardous substances release fumes, vapors or tiny particulates Breathing these can cause severe respiratory problems Enter the body through cuts or open skin. Injection routes let the contaminant straight into your bloodstream and often leads to severe health problems Failing to properly remove contaminated clothing or wash hands. Eating or drinking contaminated foodstuffs can cause severe digestive problems and other sever health problems Not using PPE and not properly cleaning oneself down. Many chemicals can easily seep through the many layers of skin into the bloodstream and cause severe skin disorders Inhalation Injection Absorption Ingestion

6. Why are Chemicals Dangerous? The majority of chemicals we use in our industries are hazardous to human health, or the health of the environment. There are too many health effects that chemicals can cause to list them all here. Just understand that they are dangerous and can cause immediate (acute) and long term (chronic) symptoms. Take every precaution provided for you when working with chemicals. 05.

7. Why are Chemicals Dangerous? Chemicals can be explosive Chemicals can be flammable Chemicals can be corrosive Chemicals can kill animals and the environment 06. Chemicals can cause burns Chemicals can cause severe respiratory diseases Chemicals can cause sensitisation Chemicals can cause death Chemicals are dangerous because Chemicals are dangerous because

8. 07. How to Prevent Spillages in the Workplace Only purchase and store the quantity of materials needed to perform the work Where reasonably practicable, buy only the least hazardous materials Where reasonably practiceable, buy only non-hazardous materials Minimise traffic in the storage area and where the work will take place Store liquid waste in secondary containers Regularly inspect shelving and container integrity Be aware of evacuation routes and emergency equipment

9. 08. Can I manage this Spillage? Quantity Familiarity Safety Is the spillage less than 1 gallon? Is the spillage of a chemical I have been trained to use? Can I safely contain the spillage? Spill Kit Is there a spill kit available, in a designated area and clearly marked for which type of chemical to be used for? Before cleaning up a spillage, you first need to ask yourself the following questions:

10. 09. An Example of a Chemical Spill Kit’s Contents This is a chemical spill kit, designed to be used to clean up smaller spillages: A wheelie bin filled with the rest of the spill kit contents Absorbent socks (barriers) to contain the spillage Absorbent cushions to contain runoff Absorbent pads and a container of loose materials to soak up the majority of the spillage A dustpan and brush to transport the excess absorbent materials into disposal bags Disposal bags and ties to properly remove the used absorbent materials Personal protective equipment to protect the person performing the cleanup

11. 10. How to Manage a Spillage 1 2 3 Decide if you hold the requisite information Prepare the cleanup plan of action if there is the possibility of an acute respiratory hazard present, or if you need assistance to clean up the spillage. knowledge, and training to safely handle the incident. For example: Should you wait for help, attend to an injured person, shut off a valve or remove ignition sources first? Immediately evacuate the area and report the spillage to your supervisor or manager 4 5 If anyone is injured or contaminated Make sure to always wear PPE provided to you. Immediately inform you direct supervisor and begin decontamination measures or first aid, if trained. It is the last line of defense against hazardous substance exposure

12. To stop the source Close the valve Shutting down the pump to stop the flow Bandaging the leak in a hose Reposition the leaking container 11. Safely Containing the Spillage To contain a spillage you must stop the source and stop the spread To stop the spread Build an absorbent barrier around the spillage Create a flow channel Use absorbent cushions and pads to soak up the main body of the spillage

13. 12. Safely Using the Absorbent 1 Absorbent should be distributed over the entire spillage area, working from the outside , circling into the inside. This stops the spread of the spilt chemical. 2 When spilt materials have been absorbed, use a brush and scoop to place materials in the appropriate container (provided in spill kits). Dispose of any contaminated items and PPE used during the cleanup in the appropriate waste bin. 3 Complete the required hazardous waste label - identifying the material as spill debris involving the chemical 4 Arrange for collection of the hazardous waste container by an approved waste contracto r as soon as possible.

14. 13. Safely Managing Flammable Substances Spillages Turn off all sources of ignition Wear the PPE supplied with the spill kit Lay chemical spill pads over the spilt substance Place the used pads into the supplied plastic disposal bags Wipe up any remaining liquid with paper towels Dispose of the paper towels in the same plastic disposal bag Allow the pads to completely absorb the liquid Seal the bag and attach a completed hazardous waste sticker

15. The absorbent materials now have the very same hazardous properties as the originally spilt material. Safely dispose of all contaminated, disposable coveralls, gloves, and respirators. Decontaminate all non-disposable items (brooms, shovels, PPE, etc.) using a mild detergent and water Report the spillage and cleanup to your supervisor, manager, or health and safety officer as soon as possible. Review what happened, to aid in the prevention of future spillages. No matter the size of the spillage, record the incident and the actions taken to prevent exposure and cleanup. Ensure the supplies used to clean up the spillage are replaced immediately. 14. What to After the Spillage is Cleaned up? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

16. Take care of your own safety and if it is safe for you to do so, the safety of your colleagues. Immediately activate the building’s fire alarm system. If anyone came into bodily contact with the spilt material, immediately remove any contaminated clothing and flush their skin with plenty of water. Call emergency services and give them the following information: Your identity and why you are calling Your exact location and the nature of the emergency Whether anyone has been injured or is showing signs of acute health effects The names and nature of every hazardous substances involved in the emergency (if known). 15. 1 2 3 4 What to do in an Emergency Situation

17. Head to the nearest emergency assembly point. Leave clear access for the emergency personnel. Ensure every person who was exposed stays together, in the same area. They should not be allowed to leave until they have been checked by the relevant authorities and medical personnel. If you have the time to do the following without placing yourself at risk, then do so: Close, but do not lock, doors behind you to isolate the area Turn off, unplug, or remove potential sources of ignition Contain the spilt material using berms, absorbent socks or other means Place signs in prominent places to warn people the area is unsafe to enter 16. What to do in an Emergency Situation 5 6 7 8

18. 17. Your safety and the safety of others should be your top priority! Please note: This is general awareness training. You are not trained as an emergency responder and should not attempt to manage emergencies. 3

19. Thank You Knights of Safety Academy