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Hazard
Solvent vapour
Potential Consequence
Dizziness or respiratory effects
Persons at Risk
Cleaning workers
Existing Controls
Ventilation and SDS
Additional Controls
Conduct specific atmosphere assessment in enclosed areas
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Solvent Cleaning Hazards & Controls
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Hazard
Skin contact
Potential Consequence
Irritation or dermatitis
Persons at Risk
Cleaning personnel
Existing Controls
Chemical-compatible gloves
Additional Controls
Verify glove compatibility with the product
03
Hazard
Flammability
Potential Consequence
Fire or explosion
Persons at Risk
Personnel in work area
Existing Controls
Ignition-source control
Additional Controls
Minimize solvent quantity in the work area
04
Hazard
Inhalation of solvent vapor
Potential Consequence
Dizziness or poisoning
Persons at Risk
Cleaning personnel
Existing Controls
Ventilation and SDS
Additional Controls
Use suitable respiratory protection or local ventilation in enclosed areas
05
Hazard
Solvent contacting ignition source
Potential Consequence
Fire or explosion
Persons at Risk
Cleaning crew and nearby workers
Existing Controls
Ignition-source control
Additional Controls
Control hot work and smoking around the cleaning area
06
Hazard
Skin contact
Potential Consequence
Dermatitis or chemical irritation
Persons at Risk
Cleaning personnel
Existing Controls
Chemical-resistant gloves
Additional Controls
Verify glove selection against the solvent SDS
07
Hazard
Accumulation of solvent vapours in the work area
Potential Consequence
Excessive solvent-vapour exposure, dizziness or loss of consciousness
Persons at Risk
Workers using solvents and nearby personnel
Existing Controls
SDS review, suitable PPE, labelled chemical containers and work-area controls
Additional Controls
Provide adequate natural or mechanical ventilation and monitor the atmosphere in enclosed areas
08
Hazard
Direct skin or eye contact with solvent
Potential Consequence
Skin irritation, chemical burns or eye injury
Persons at Risk
Workers using solvents and nearby personnel
Existing Controls
SDS review, suitable PPE, labelled chemical containers and work-area controls
Additional Controls
Use chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection and keep eyewash facilities accessible
09
Hazard
Solvent spill left unattended
Potential Consequence
Slip, chemical exposure or fire risk
Persons at Risk
Workers using solvents and nearby personnel
Existing Controls
SDS review, suitable PPE, labelled chemical containers and work-area controls
Additional Controls
Immediately isolate the spill and clean it safely using a suitable spill kit
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