Hazards | PPE Required | Tools/Material | Additional Requirements (if any) |
|---|---|---|---|
Hazardous Chemicals Hazardous Liquids | Gloves Eye Protection Respirator (if applicable) | SDS Binder | |
Training Requirements | WHMIS 2015 |
Safe Work Practices
Cleaning solvents are used in day-to-day construction work to clean tools and equipment. Special care must be taken to protect the worker from hazards which may be created from the use of these liquids. Wherever possible, solvents should be nonflammable and nontoxic.
The foreman must be aware of all solvents/flammables that are used on the job, and be sure that all workers who use these materials have been instructed in their proper use and any hazard they pose. The following practices will apply when solvents/flammables are used:
*The information in this policy does not take precedence over applicable government legislation withwhich all employees should be familiar.
Safe Job Procedure
1. Use nonflammable solvents for general cleaning.
2. When flammable liquids are used, make sure that no hot work is permitted in the area.
3. Store flammables and solvents in designated safe areas.
4. Check toxic hazards of all solvents before use (SDS).
5. Provide adequate ventilation where all solvents and flammables are being used.
6. Use goggles or face shields to protect the face and eyes from splashes or sprays.
7. Use rubber gloves to protect the hands.
8. Wear protective clothing to prevent contamination of worker's clothes.
9. When breathing hazards exist, use the appropriate respiratory protection.
10.Never leave solvents in open tubs or vats. Return the to storage drums and tanks.
11.Ensure that proper containers are used for transportation, storage and the field use of solvents/
flammables.
12.Where solvents are controlled products, ensure that all employees using or in the vicinity of use or storage
are trained in the Workplace Hazardous Information System (WHMIS).
13.Ensure all WHMIS requirements are being met.