Health Effects Of Ethylene Oxide Chemical
Ethylene Oxide Ethylene oxide (EtO) is used extensively by hospitals and other industries as a sterilizing agent. EtO is…
Hierarchy Of Controls For Hazardous Chemicals
Healthcare workers who prepare or administer hazardous drugs or who work in areas where these drugs are used may…
Four Primary Routes Of Chemical Exposure
Routes of Exposure How Can Chemicals Enter the Body? Exposure normally occurs through inhalation, skin or eye contact, and…
Why Are Some Chemicals More Harmful Than Others?
The most important factor in toxicity is the chemical structure of a substance (i.e., what it is made of),…
Factors That Cause Chemicals To Be Considered Toxic
Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals What Makes a Chemical Toxic? The toxicity of a substance is its ability to cause…
Typical Chemical Hazards Present On A Construction Site
Chemical hazards are present in many construction site environments. These hazards can come from a variety of sources, including…
Examples Of Acute And Chronic Health Effects Of Exposure To Hazardous Chemicals
Health Effects from Chemical Exposure There are two types of health effects from chemical exposure. acute chronic Note: Some…
Training Requirements & Topics Of Chemical Hazards
Training Requirements Employees must receive information and training that ensures their awareness of the chemical hazards in their work…
Safety Data Sheets Hazardous Chemicals
The HCS 2012 requires chemical manufacturers, distributors, or importers to provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) (formerly MSDSs or Material…
Types of Containers and Labels
Types of Containers and Labels Container labeling can be a very effective method to communicate the physical and health…