Hazardous Materials Management

Great training program for anyone working with or handling acid batteries, battery construction, jump starting and charging batteries. 

Knowing how to take care of incidental chemical and waste spills can improve plant safety and protect the environment. In this video, learn how important it is to keep such accidents from turning into a disaster. 

Batteries can be more dangerous than often thought and should be treated with respect and in accordance with the proper safety procedures presented in this video.

Chemical burns require special handling for treatment of accident victims. This video covers the basics of treatment of chemical burns. 

Discusses the safest procedures for the transfer of chemicals and the importance of knowing where first aid and spill control equipment is kept.

Covers hazards, from exposure to chemicals in the construction industry, including exposure to acids, alkalies, solvents, silica dust, asbestos, cedar dust, welding fumes and carbon monoxide. It describes recognition of the hazard, evaluation of the potential for danger, and control measures.

Corrosives, toxics, flammables and reactives are discussed in this video and their safeguarding methods, and effects are reviewed to give the viewer an understanding of the importance of chemical safety and awareness.

Produced by the Chemical Manufacturers Association, this video provides an overview of emergency and non-emergency services available through toll-free telephone numbers including emergency information and technical assistance from chemical industry experts, and non-emergency health, safety and environmental information.

After viewing this program, employees at your facility should be able to gather process safety information about the process; understand and be able to evaluate a process flow diagram and a piping and instrumentation diagram; use this information in evaluating the overall safety process; be able to use a "What If/Checklist" to perform a process hazard analysis; and perform an investigation if a "close call" or an actual incident occurs.

Among other things, this video reviews toxicology facts, hazards, routes of entry, and response measures. Health hazards and physiological effects are also covered.

Benzene is a key ingredient in many products and industrial processes, but it can also pose a major health and safety risk for workers. This video educates industrial workers about the hazards and provides safety tips for safe work habits.

Designed to train the laboratory employee, this video defines flammables and explosives, conditions that can create flammable/explosive hazards, the role of ventilation in preventing flammable/explosive hazards, emergency planning, use of compressed gases, storing and transporting flammables and explosives and more.

Gas cylinders containing everything from acetylene to nitrogen and oxygen are common on many industrial sites. This video warns against taking these canisters for granted, discusses their hazardous potential and demonstrates proper handling and storage techniques.

This video identifies the precautions you should take when handling hazardous materials. Proper training is important and knowing the emergency procedures involved when handling hazardous chemicals. Understanding labels and MSDS forms and using the correct personal protective equipment is also highlighted in this video.

Acids and caustics are dangerous materials that need to be handled very carefully. This video discusses what to do if there is an accident with chemicals, personal protective equipment when dealing with corrosives, concentration levels of acids and where to store and dispose of acids and caustics.

This video gives a quick reference guide to the Hazardous Communications requirements - an introduction to Haz-Com requirements, labeling and MSDS's.

Reviews what corrosive chemicals are, what kind of personal protective equipment to wear when around corrosive materials and precautions that need to be taken.

Familiarizes employees with OSHA's hazard communication standard. It also shows employees how to properly label containers and what types of protective equipment should be used when working with hazardous chemicals. Reviews MSDS's also.

The host of this entertaining video is the ghost of a worker who recently perished when he was overcome by a chemical he accidentally spilled. He has returned to the workplace on a mission to help other employees work safely with hazardous substances. Filled with surprising special effects and attention-grabbing illustrations, this program covers key elements of Hazard Communication training for workers in general industry. Topics include: OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, physical & health hazards of chemicals, information contained on Chemical Labels, sections of the MSDS and Chemicals in our Homes.

This video details general employee "Right-To-Know" requirements, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and methods for meeting the "Right-To-Know" standards required by OSHA. Good video for introducing new employees to these standards.

All businesses must comply with training employees in hazardous materials and Material Safety Data Sheets. Our industries use petroleum products, diesel fuel, office chemicals and paint. This program meets the legal requirements for training your employees.

The handling storage and disposal of chemicals is an important part of every workplace. This video reviews the importance of a written hazard communication plan, proper labeling requirements, MSDS's and potential routes of exposure.

Required by OSHA for training employees who use chemicals/hazards materials in the workplace. Describes material safety data sheets (MSDS), labeling and basic safety methods when using any type of hazardous material.

This program provides training for employees in the safe use of chemicals and hazardous materials used in the HOTEL/MOTEL INDUSTRY. Also explains Material Safety Data Sheets and labeling requirements.

Public agencies and the construction industry have many unique chemicals and situations that require special attention and training for employees working with and around chemicals. By law, employers are required to train their work force in the risks and hazards associated with chemicals in the workplace. Details the requirements for complying with the Hazard Communication "Right-to-Know" standards.

Employees have a right to know about potential hazards in their working environment and employers are legally bound to communicate these potential hazards to their employees. This video meets OSHA training requirements for employee "right to know" programs. Included are material safety data sheets (MSDS), labeling, chemical hazards, and basic prevention techniques to avoid chemical exposure.

This video uses several accident reenactments to illustrate common mistakes employees make when working with chemicals. Your employees will see horrific consequences of taking shortcuts & neglecting safety rules when working with hazardous substances.

This video tape supplements the Hazard Communication "Right-to-Know" program. Stresses chemical safety, static electricity, fire prevention, containers, labels, bonding, grounding and others.

This program is targeted to help employees who seldom have to face the hazards of chemical spill cleanup. This program discusses Initial Response, Spill Containment, Identifying Chemical, Emergency Response Plans and more.

Excellent program for all persons using oil, solvents and other hazardous materials. This video program explains clean up procedures, emergency action, hazardous waste and provides information to help control the effects of spills and cleanup operations.

This video explains what hazardous waste is and proper storage techniques. Discusses the basic characteristics of hazardous waste and proper labeling requirements.

This program was produced by San Diego Community College for use in the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The program is designed to educate employees on how to recognize and avoid welding hazards.

This video explains when labeling is required and not required and how to read labels. It urges employees to ask their supervisors when they don't understand a label and to report missing labels.

Due to the health risks, it is important to know what specific chemicals you are working with. The chemical label and material safety data sheet gives vital information for the materials you are handling. This video explains how to read the chemical label and MSDS sheet.

Discusses ways to reduce exposure of hazardous materials. Also covers risks involved in being exposed and the use of personal protective equipment.

A review of the basics of a good hazard communication program is given. Health effects and routes of entry are discussed as well as OSHA's "Right to Know" program.

Identification of physical and health hazards, chronic and acute health hazards and the use of personal protective equipment are discussed in this very informative video.

This video thoroughly explains the Material Safety Data Sheet and how to use it.

Learn about chemical hazards, preventative measures and OSHA requirements. Key training points are awareness, MSDS's and labels.

Who is responsible for handling a chemical spill? How can you recognize a chemical spill? These questions are answered as well as how to recognize and respond to an emergency situation.

Excellent video for the first responder in identifying a hazard and knowing how to respond. This video is designed for the awareness level employee who would contact the experts to assist. Recognizing who, when and where to call are the key factors in preventing needless loss.

Make sure your new or existing emergency response team is prepared to respond to hazardous-substance incidents with this training program which shows your employees their role prior to, during and after an incident. Included in this program is an exciting video which follows an incident from the second the hazardous substance is released to the final incident debriefing and recordkeeping.

Identification and recognition of hazardous materials are critical when you use, store, handle, transport and dispose of hazardous materials. Definitions and classifications of hazardous materials, storage of hazardous waste and safety of cylinders is discussed with proper guidelines to follow.

Material Safety Data Sheets, shipping documents, contingency plans, regulatory agency and related references are discussed to inform the viewer about obtaining information in an emergency.

Designed for companies developing contingency planning for spills and emergency response. Reviews organizational structure, establishing a work plan. Lists important aspects of designing your own program and what to include in your contingency plan for response to emergencies.

Introduction to HAZWOPER, what it's all about and how companies may comply with the Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response training requirements that apply to organizations handling and using hazardous materials.

Gives a thorough overview of the role of the first responder. Some items discussed are: pre-planning, becoming familiar with hazardous chemicals in your facility, labeling requirements, MSDS's and your company's written hazard communication program.

Gives a brief overview of some of the statutes pertaining to HAZWOPER. An understanding of these statutes is imperative to the safe operation of employees working with hazardous materials.

Toxicology is the study of toxic or poisonous substances. This program defines toxicity, acute and chronic effects and threshold limit values. Excellent video for anyone dealing with or near hazardous materials.

This video presents an overview of medical symptoms and treatment of chlorine exposure.

Meets OSHA and EPA requirements explaining labeling, storing, using, handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals and materials.

Informs, non-lab personnel the important of being safe in a lab environment. Review chemical hazards, who to contact in case of emergency and possible exposure and clean-up procedures.

Informs, non-lab personnel the important of being safe in a lab environment. Review chemical hazards, who to contact in case of emergency and possible exposure and clean-up procedures.

Meets OSHA requirements to train employees in chemicals/hazardous materials used in the retail industry workplace. This program explains Material Safety Data Sheets, labeling and basic safety when using hazardous materials.

Designed to meet the OSHA requirement to inform and train employees in chemical/hazardous materials used in the restaurant industry workplace. Explains Material Safety Data Sheets, labeling and basic safety.

The Diamond Labeling System that the NFPA has standardized for hazardous materials and chemicals is reviewed in this video. Excellent program to train employees label and sign identification.

One breath, that's all it takes to die from hydrogen sulfide poisoning. Working at job sites where the highly toxic gas is found, demands extra safety efforts on the part of all workers, as this video illustrates.

This new video reviews OSHA's guidelines for compliance officers from which to determine the effectiveness of the written Hazard Communication Plan, training efforts, labeling and MSDS requirements.

This video stresses the importance of following proper safety procedures when dealing with points such as pesticides. Reviews toxicity effects, how to read and understand chemical labels, route of exposure, and personal protective equipment.

This program defines poisons and includes information on toxicological terms and how they relate to the emergency scene, physical form and characteristics of different poisons, containers in which these materials are shipped or stored, placarding and labeling requirements, and handling instructions in case of a release of fire.

Individuals in each community have a right to know what hazards they may become exposed to. Covers the laws that protect the community and workers when hazardous materials influence the environment. As a "takeoff" on the old "Andy Griffith Show", this video shows the purpose of committees and laws and discusses chemical emergencies.

Reviews basic guidelines for working with the handling gas cylinders including identification, classification, fire hazards, poisons, securing and transporting cylinders and emergency procedures.

Pesticides are used in many agricultural and silvicultural operations. This production discusses selection, use, storage and personal protective equipment.

Responding to small spill clean-ups and how to prevent them from occurring is critical in most work places. This video reviews contingency plans, chemical identification, personal protective equipment and on-site training.

Hazardous chemical spill occurred at our company today, would each of your employees know what to do? Here's a great way to help make sure they know how to respond safely. This brief, fast-paced video reviews spill hazards like explosions and ionizing radiation; explains the dos and don'ts of spill cleanup procedures; and discusses who is involved in spill cleanup and who to notify in the event of a spill. The video is supplemented by an instructor's bulletin with presentation tips and 10 employee skill cards that summarize key points.

The risk of chemical exposure doesn't end at work. You could very well take contaminants home unknowingly by not washing properly, taking personal protective equipment home or bringing contaminated food home from work. This video will make you aware of exposure and how to protect yourself.

Required by OSHA for training all employees in chemical/hazardous materials used in the workplace. This video explains Material Safety Data Sheets, labeling, and basic safety when using these materials.

Helps employees understand characteristics of different labeling systems. By recognizing the differences and similarities of labeling systems, employees are better prepared to work safely around hazardous materials.

Flammable liquids are a part of most work environments and it is each worker's responsibility to take proper precautions for both usage and storage. This video serves to remind everybody to be responsible and demonstrates correct procedures.

The name of the game in hazardous waste is "minimization"! Businesses reducing their waste stream through adoption of a minimization program find their waste management costs significantly declining.

Waste minimization can help your company save money. It can protect your health and your environment. This video identifies the problems waste creates, the kinds of waste that are considered hazardous and non-hazardous and examples of a good waste minimization program.

Designed for California government inspectors, but it is also very beneficial for any generator or hazardous waste in order to know what to look for to accomplish waste reduction. Suggestions include housekeeping, storage, process changes and waste management. Reviews regulatory, financial and environmental motivations.

This video introduces how California government inspectors can broaden his/her function to serve as a resource on waste minimization information. A step-by-step example of an inspection is shown which includes waste minimization.

This Hazardous Waste Generator Inspection Training Module outlines the processes involved in metal cleaning, metal finishing and printed circuit boards manufacturing and the potential for waste minimization within each of these activities. Reviews metal cleaning, stripping, surface treatment and plating as well as PCB manufacturing. Suggestions for waste minimization are given. Modules 2, 3 and booklets mentioned in this video are not available.

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