Machinery Lubrication magazine published by Noria Corporation
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BACK PAGE BASICS describe the initial care that should be given by untrained responders to an individual who has been exposed to the chemical. Section 5 — The fire-fighting measures provide recommendations for fighting a fire caused by the chemical, including suitable extinguishing techniques, equipment and chemical hazards from fire. Section 6 — The accidental release measures offer recommendations on the appropriate response to spills, leaks or releases, including containment and cleanup practices to prevent or minimize exposure to people, properties or the environment. This section may also include recommendations distinguishing between responses for large and small spills when the spill volume has a significant impact on the hazard. Section 7 — The handling and storage section provides guidance on the safe handling practices and conditions for safe storage of chemicals, including incompatibilities. Section 8 — The exposure controls/personal protection section indicates the exposure limits, engineering controls and personal protective equipment (PPE) measures that can be used to minimize worker exposure. Section 9 — The physical and chemical properties section identifies physical and chemical properties associated with the substance or mixture. Section 10 — The stability and reactivity section describes the chemical's reactivity hazards and stability information. It is broken into three parts: reactivity, chemical stability and other. Section 11 — The toxicological information identifies toxicological and health effects infor- mation or indicates that such data is not available. This includes routes of exposure, related symptoms, acute and chronic effects, and numerical measures of toxicity. Section 12 — The ecological information provides information to evaluate the environ- mental impact of the chemical if it were released to the environment. Section 13 — The disposal considerations offer guidance on proper disposal practices, recycling and reclamation of the chemical or its container, as well as safe handling practices. Section 14 — The transport information includes classification information for shipping and transporting hazardous chemicals by road, air, rail or sea. Section 15 — The regulatory information identifies the safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product which are not indicated elsewhere on the MSDS. Section 16 — The other information section indicates when the MSDS was prepared or when the last known revision was made. It might also state where the changes have been made to the previous version. You may wish to contact the supplier for an expla- nation of the changes. Be sure to read the MSDS for all the lubri- cants you handle and heed the warnings and recommendations. In many cases, the amount of exposure to a chem- ical will determine the risks. Some chemicals can build up in the body, with their effects not evident until many years later. To protect yourself from these potentially hazardous materials, create a barrier between you and the lubricant. Wear gloves and safety glasses as well as oil- or chemi- cal-resistant boots. If possible, keep all exposed skin covered. Also, if the oil is misting, wear a mask or some sort of breathing apparatus. By using basic common sense and being informed about the risks, you can avoid many of the problems asso- ciated with lubricant handling. About the Author Michael Brown is an associate technical consultant with Noria Corporation. He has more than 20 years of experience in heavy manufac- turing and holds Machine Lubrication Technician Level I and Machine Lubricant Analyst Level I certifications through the International Council for Machinery Lubrication. Contact Michael at mbrown@noria.com. 48 | March - April 2016 | www.machinerylubrication.com 7 PAHs on the EPA's Priority Chemical List 1. Acenaphthene 2. Acenaphtylene 3. Anthracene 4. Benzo(ghi)perylene 5. Fluorene 6. Phenanthrene 7. Pyrene By using basic common sense and being informed about the risks, you can avoid many of the problems asso- ciated with lubricant handling.