Wood Finishing Safety Flashcards
Definition of a hazard
Situation, location, or object that may be dangerous to one’s safety, heath, or wellbeing
Four categories of hazards
Biological
Chemical
Physical
Psychological
Four types of measures to control hazards
Engineered
Administrative
PPE
a combination of all three
How do toxic solvents enter the body?
Inhalation
Absorption
Ingestion
Why aren’t water based finishes completely safe?
They contain diethylene glycol and oxygenated hydrocarbons
What is the main difference between dangerous and hazardous waste?
Dangerous waste can be disposed of in some landfills, hazardous needs an accredited disposal facility
What PPE must your employer provide?
Hearing and respiratory
The three sides of the fire pyramid
Ignition
Oxygen
Fuel