Objects
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Hazards
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Possible Controls
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Storage
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- Chemicals are stored in the kitchen area
- Chemicals stored above head height may spill on worker lifting them down
- Hazardous substances stored with non-hazardous substances and are hard to distinguish
- Hazardous chemicals not securely contained potentially producing odours / fumes
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- Where possible do not store chemicals in kitchens, keep them in a designated area for storing chemicals
- Ensure all hazardous substances are stored in a secure location
- Do not store hazardous substances on a shelf above head height
- Maintain clear separation of storage of hazardous substances from non-hazardous substances
- Ensure that all hazardous substances are kept in undamaged containers with secure caps or lids
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Handling
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- Manufacturers instructions unknown or not followed (e.g. Oven cleaners, Pesticides, Drain Cleaners)
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- Workers should obtain and read instructions for use, consult the Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and know safe handling precautions to take before working with a hazardous substance
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Labelling and identification
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- Substances kept in containers without proper labels
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- Record details of all hazardous substances kept
- Maintain file of SDS for all hazardous substances used / stored by the workplace
- Ensure that all hazardous substances are clearly marked
- Dispose of all unidentified substances appropriately
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Spillages
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- Unsafe clean-up
- Contamination of food stored near chemicals
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- Provide workers with instruction in dealing with spillages of hazardous substances, including the name of contacts to arrange clean up
- Warn others to stay clear of spillage site
- Workers should obtain and read instructions for use, consult the MSDS, and know safe handling precautions to take before cleaning up a hazardous substance spillage
- Dispose of food which has been, or is suspected of, being exposed to hazardous substances
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First aid treatment
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- Contact with an unknown substance
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- Treat contact with unknown substances with caution until substance is identified
- Ensure first aid officers have information about treatment for skin or eye contact with, and for inhaling or accidentally swallowing, hazardous substances used at the workplace
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