Hazmat Flashcards
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How often are hazmat storage sites inspected?
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Weekly and quarterly
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Define hazmat
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Any material that because of its quantity, concentration, or Physical or chemical characteristics may pose a substantial hazard to health or environment
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What does hazmat storage inspections consist of?
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Tightness of closure Corrosion Leakage Improper labeling Shelf life
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What are msds’s
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Contains info about materials such as composition, chemical and physical characteristics, health and safety hazards, and precautions for safe handling and use
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What are the 6 categories of hazmat?
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Flammable Aerosol Toxic Corrosive Oxidizing Compressed gasses
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What are the 11 steps of spill response?
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Discovery Notification Initiation of action Evaluation Containment Damage control Dispersion of gasses and vapors Cleanup and decontamination Disposal Certification for re-entry Follow up reports
