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Job HazardsKhaled MostafaNovartis Pharma, 20.Apr.2016

Occupational Safety Health

Chemical Hazards are presented when a worker is exposed to any chemical preparation of any form (solid, liquid or gas). • Liquids like cleaning products, acids, solvents• Vapors and fumes that come from exposure

to solvents• Gases like propane, carbon monoxide,

helium...• Flammable materials like gasoline, solvents,

explosive chemicals...


Chemicals Hazards


Physical Hazards are factors within the environment that can harm the body without necessarily touching it. They include:• Radiation: ionizing/nonionizing,

microwaves, radio waves, etc.• High exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet

rays• Temperature extremes hot and cold• Continuous loud noise

Physical Hazards


Biological Hazards associated with working with animals, people, or infectious plant materials. They include: • Blood and other body fluids • Plants • Bacteria and viruses • Fungi and mold • Animal and bird droppings • Insect bites

Biological Hazards


Work Organization Hazards are stressors that cause stress (short-term effects) and strain (long-term effects). They include:• Workload demands• Lack of control and/or respect• Workplace violence• Intensity and/or pace• Sexual harassment

Work Organization Hazards


Ergonomic Hazards Occur when the type of work, body positions and working conditions put strain on your body. They are the hardest to spot since you don’t always immediately notice the strain on your body or the harm that these hazards pose. They include:•Improper workstations and chairs•Poor posture•Awkward movements, especially if they are repetitive•Vibration•Repeating the same movements over and over•Frequent lifting•Having to use too much force, especially if you have to do it frequently

Ergonomic Hazards


Safety Hazards are unsafe conditions that can cause injury, illness and death. They include: • Spills on floors or tripping hazards, such as

blocked aisles or cords running across the floor

• Working from heights; ladders, roofs, or any raised work area

• Electrical hazards like frayed cords, missing ground pins, improper wiring

• Confined spaces • Machinery-related hazards like lock out/tag

out, boilers, forklifts...

Safety Hazards


Reasons of Job Hazards

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Observe safety signs at all times.

Be aware of emergency procedures.

Do not pipette by mouth whatever it is.

Fasten loose clothing and tie back long hair.

When using machinery, remove jewelry and rings.

It is prohibited to eat, drink and apply cosmetics in laboratories.

Do not run or engage in reckless behavior in or near laboratories.

Avoid lifting heavy objects. Use lifting devices and trolleys where appropriate.

Cover all open wounds when handling chemicals and other biological material.

Do not store food and/or drink in laboratory refrigerators or laboratory storage units.

Do not use any machines, equipment or laboratory apparatus without prior instruction/training.

IPod and similar devices should be left outside the laboratory. Mobile phones should be used only for emergency contact.


General Safety Rules

Closed-in footwear at all times.

Ensure the correct gloves are used for chemicals.

Laboratory coats should not be worn outside the laboratory.

Appropriate protective clothing shall be worn where required.

Appropriate personal protective clothing must be worn at all times.

Approved safety goggles and safety shields must be worn in all areas.

Hearing protection must be worn if noise can damage or impair hearing.


Personal Protection

Keep floors tidy and dry.

Keep aisles and exits free from obstructions.

Clean working area and equipment thoroughly after use.

When leaving the laboratory, turn off all equipment in use.

Keep benches clean and free from chemicals and apparatus that are not being used.

Ensure clear access to emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, first aid kits, chemical spill kits, emergency shower and eye washes).

For information on gas cylinders refer to the relevant Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and the Chemical Safety Procedures.

All contractors working in your area must be inducted into any hazards and controls which may exist in your area.

Cleaners will normally only sweep or mop floors and empty general waste bins of laboratories. They should not be exposed to hazards.


Housekeeping

Clearly label all containers in use.

Carry out work in fume cupboards according to the MSDS.

Do not allow flammable materials to accumulate in the laboratory.

Always use safety carriers for transporting glass or plastic containers.

Segregate and store all Dangerous Goods according to class (refer to MSDSs).

Do not store flammables (Dangerous Goods class 3) in a domestic refrigerator.

Regard all substances as hazardous unless there is definite information to the contrary.

Hazardous substances must be disposed of in accordance with MSDS requirements.

Keep only the minimal required quantities of chemicals in the laboratory work area.

For work with carcinogens, toxins, organic and shock sensitive, cyanides, acid fluoride chemicals and gas cylinders refer to MSDS and the Chemical Safety Procedures.

Chemical waste should not be disposed of via sinks, drains or storm water channels.


Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

Ensure that the hood is on.

When not working in the hood, close the sash.

Do not permanently store any chemicals inside the hood.

Keep fume cupboard sashes closed whenever practicable.

Make sure that the sash is open to the proper operating level.

Never allow your head to enter the plane of the hood opening.

Do not place objects near fume cupboard so that airflow is impeded.

Keep all materials inside the hood at least six inches from the sash opening.

Make sure that the air gauge indicates that the air flow is within the required range.

Keep the interior of fume cupboards and nearby areas clean and clear.


Fume Cupboards

It is prohibited to use electric open bar radiators, electric fan heaters and kerosene heaters.

Switch off electrical applications which do not need to be left on when equipment is not in use.

Display a "LEAVE ON" sign on used equipment when it is required to be left on for an extended period. When it needs to be left running overnight it should be labelled with name and telephone number of the after-hours person to be contacted.

Do not use double adaptors or piggyback plugs. Use power boards with overload protection as required.


Electrical Equipment

Persons working in a laboratory have to know the location of:

The nearest fire extinguishers/fire blankets

Fire / emergency escape routes

First aid box

Emergency shower/eye wash facilities

Isolation devices for gas, water and power (where fitted)

Emergency spill containment equipment and procedures

Emergency personal protective equipment


Emergency

Keep fire escape routes clear at all times.

Open flames should not be left unattended.

No open flames should be used near flammable solvents.

Before starting work, all staff are to become familiar with the fire procedures and location and use of fire-fighting equipment within the laboratory.


Fire Prevention

Wash skin immediately with plenty of water if contaminated with acids and alkalis.

Eyes splashed with any chemical must be washed with water for 15 mines and medical advice obtained

immediately.

All breakages and spills must be reported to the supervisor and dealt with immediately.

Spills should be cleaned up and bins provided for broken glass and spill cleanup materials etc.

Injuries should be recorded in the First Aid log or reported on a Confidential Incident/Injury report form

depending upon the severity of the injury.


First Aid


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