Safety, Health, and Environment Overview

The hazard communication (HAZCOM) standard is a central feature in the safe operation of the chemical processing industry. HAZCOM ensures that process technicians can safely handle, transport, and store chemicals. The standard mandates that workers have access to chemical lists, material safety data sheets, information on physical and health hazards, toxicology, hazardous chemicals and operations, manufacturers information, and warning labels. It also sets requirements for availability and use of personal protective equipment. [Pg.72]

Permit systems are designed to protect workers from dangers involved in hazardous energy, hot work, opening and blinding, confined-space entry, and cold work. A good permit system can easily be integrated into normal operations to protect employees, equipment, and the environment. [Pg.72]

The principles of fire protection, prevention, and control are designed to provide protection from industrial fires. Process technicians are required to participate in yearly training during which technicians are educated about fire hazards and the steps to take to eliminate them. These training sessions also Include hands-on practice in extinguishing fires. [Pg.72]