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814 Heavy Equipment Safety
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Hazardous Chemicals

Key engineering controls and work practices include:

  • Do not use spark-producing devices (e.g., engines, tools, electronic, and communications equipment) in the immediate area.
  • Take self-protective measures (i.e., move to a safe distance upwind).
  • Contact hazardous material response personnel for evaluation/removal before continuing work in the area.

Use the following personal protective equipment as necessary and evaluate the need to revise:

  • protective clothing
  • respirators
  • gloves

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

3-8. What is an engineering control/safe work practice that helps to reduce hazards when working with hazardous chemicals?