MIL-HDBK-1110
proper and safe use. Every employer must provide this
information to his employees. Each container of hazardous
material must be labeled to identify its contents. Unlabeled
products should never be used. Other important information on
chemicals, including health and safety data, precautions for
handling, and emergency and first aid procedures, can be obtained
from the material safety data sheet (MSDS) for the product.
These sheets are required to be present when hazardous materials
are being shipped, stored, or used in any operation. Finally,
the activity must have a written program providing personnel with
information about the hazardous chemicals used in each operation
and an inventory of hazardous chemicals on site. The activity
must also provide employees with necessary safety training.
13.3.1
Labels. Labels should be replaced, if they are torn,
hat, or illegible. When materials are transferred to other
containers for easier use, these containers must also be properly
labeled. Labels usually contain the following information:
a) Complete identification - may include several
alternative names
b)
Basic warnings - list hazardous chemicals and
precautions
c) First aid requirements - what to do when splashed
on eyes or skin
d)
Fire actions - how to properly extinguish fires
e) Treatment of spills - equipment and materials for
cleaning up spills
f) Handling and storage procedures - safety equipment
and practices for proper handling
g) Disposal procedures - describe methods for safe and
legal disposal
13.3.2
Material Safety Data Sheets.
MSDSs provide the
following information:
a)
Chemical identification - identify chemicals
present
b) Hazardous ingredient data - list hazardous
chemicals and safety limits
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