block xvii hazardous material/hazardous waste Flashcards
define hazmat
any material that poseses a substantional hazard to human health or the enviornment when purposfully released or accidently spilled.
define hazwaste
hazmat that is to be discarded
how often is hazmat stowage locations inspected? what do you look for?
weekly & quarterly, tightness of closure, corrosion, leakage, labling and self life.
where do you find information pertaining to the specific hazmat you are using.
MSD- material safety data sheet
what are the six categories of hazmat.
flammable or combustale materials aerosol containers toxic materials corrosive material oxidizing materials compressed gases
what is an AUL?
- authorize use list
- current inventory of hazmat for local acquisition and use
state the purpose and information contained in the MSDS.
a technical bulletin that contains info about materials, such as compositon,health and safety hazards, precautions for safe handling.
what are some ways used to dispose of hazwaste.
containers (hazwaste specific) double plastic bagged, and drums.
list some of the general ppe used when handling hazmat and hazwaste.
eye protection, respiratory devices, and gloves
what are the steps taken in the event of a hazmat/waste spill.
- discovery
- notification
- initiation of action
- evaluation
- containment
- damage control
- dispersion of gases/vapor
- clean up decomtamination
- disposal
- certification for re-entry
- follow up reports
discuss proper markings of hm containers
identify the material name, manufacture name and adress and nature of hazard presented
describe the actions required for oil spills outside the us contigous zone.
- initiate immediate action to mitigate the effects of ..
- notify on scene leader
- shall implement the applicable fleet nosc oil and hazardous substance spill responce plan.
precautions observed when handling flammables.
- should be kept away from open flames.
- smoking is not permitted in the area.
- use plastic or metal containers
