At Home Plan: Chemical Hazards
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard requires employers to communicate chemical hazards through Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels, and training
What Are Chemical Hazards?
Chemical hazards may be encountered from:
Disinfectants
Cleaning products
Aerosols
Oxygen supplies
Household chemicals
Pesticides
Smoke exposure
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard requires employers to communicate chemical hazards through Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels, and training.
Recognizing Chemical Hazards
Watch for:
Strong chemical odors
Poor ventilation
Mixing cleaning products
Chemical containers without labels
Pesticide use in the home
Control Measures
Follow Hazard Communication Procedures
Never Mix Chemicals
Example: Bleach + Ammonia = toxic gas
Ventilation
Leave the area if fumes become overwhelming.
Respiratory Symptoms
Report immediately if exposure causes:
Breathing difficulty
Dizziness
Headache
Eye irritation
