Phase 1 Block 17 Flashcards
Hazardous Material/Hazardous Waste (HAZMAT/HAZWASTE)
What is the definition of HAZMAT?
Any material that because of its quantity, concentration, or physical or chemical characteristics, may pose a substantial hazard to human health or the environment when released/spilled
What is the definition of HAZWASTE?
Once materials have been used, the discarded material liquid, solid, or gas that meets the definition of HAZMAT
When should HAZMAT stowage locations be inspected?
Weekly and Quarterly
What should the inspection consist of?
Tightness of enclosure, corrosion, leakage, improper or inadequate labeling, and shelf-life
What does MSDS stand for?
Material Safety Data Sheet
What is an MSDS?
Technical bulletins containing information about material, such as composition, chemical and physical characteristics, health and safety hazards, and precautions for safe handling and use
What is the acronym for types of HAZMAT?
Flammable/Combustible Material Aerosol Containers Toxic Materials Corrosive Materials Oxidizing Materials Compressed gases
What does AUL stand for?
Authorized Use List
What is an AUL?
Current inventory of HAZMAT, chemical substances, or components known/suspected to contain HAZMAT used for acquisition and use
In reference to HAZMAT what should training include?
- Types of HAZMAT in their work center/aboard ship
- What HAZWASTE is and how to dispose of it
- How to read/interpret hazard warning labels
- What an MSDS is, how to read it, and where a copy is available to review/protective measures for handling Emergency procedures
While performing PMS what should be followed concerning HAZWASTE?
PMS Disposal Method
HAZWASTE is disposed based on what?
Category of the HAZWASTE
What are some disposal methods?
Containers (HAZWASTE specific), double plastic bagged, drums
What collected fluids should you separate?
Petroleum fluids, and synthetic fluids
What should you do concerning spent or spilled hydraulic fluids?
Containerize them in approved containers for proper shore disposal
