RedVector RVCTG-943

Hazardous Material Storage - Global

Hazardous Material Storage - Global

0.42 hr. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RVCTG-943

SME: Vector Solutions Commercial

People commonly work near or with many different hazardous chemicals. Pesticides, paints, solvents, acids, gasoline, compressed gases such as propane, and liquid cleaning products such as bleach are just a few of the hazardous chemicals workers can be exposed to on a regular basis. The risk of being exposed to a hazardous chemical is greatly reduced when the chemical is handled and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and in compliance with facility standards. This module will present best practices for the safe storage of hazardous chemicals.
Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • State the definition of a hazardous material
  • List the two primary classifications of hazards
  • List the four main elements of an effective communication program for hazardous materials
  • Describe what a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is and how it relates to hazardous material storage
  • List and describe general hazardous material storage guidelines
  • Describe recommended items to verify during a storage area inspection
  • Describe the required hazard characteristics and storage conditions guidelines for some specific types of hazardous materials
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Vector Solutions Commercial