This column presents a summary of recommended
practices for each toxic substance. These recommendations supplement
general work practices (e.g., no eating, drinking, or smoking where
chemicals are used). Table 3 explains the codes used. Each category is
described as follows:
| SKIN: |
Recommends the need for personal
protective clothing. |
| EYES: |
Recommends the need for eye protection. |
| WASH SKIN: |
Recommends when workers should wash the
spilled chemical from the body in addition to normal washing
(e.g., before eating). |
| REMOVE: |
Advises workers when to remove clothing
that has accidentally become wet or significantly contaminated. |
| CHANGE: |
Recommends whether the routine changing of
clothing is needed. |
| PROVIDE: |
Recommends the need for eyewash fountains
and/or quick drench facilities. |
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