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What is an important practice for safe chemical handling?
What is an important practice for safe chemical handling?
- Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) (correct)
- Using any available gloves
- Ignoring spillage
- Avoiding reading safety labels
Why is it important to store chemicals properly?
Why is it important to store chemicals properly?
- To mix different chemicals for efficiency
- To prevent accidents and exposure (correct)
- To save space in the storage area
- To encourage easy access for everyone
What should be done with expired or unused chemicals?
What should be done with expired or unused chemicals?
- Leave them in the storage area indefinitely
- Dispose of them according to safety regulations (correct)
- Mix them with other chemicals for disposal
- Sell them to other organizations
What is the recommended practice for handling expired or unused chemicals?
What is the recommended practice for handling expired or unused chemicals?
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Why is it important to store chemicals properly?
Why is it important to store chemicals properly?
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What should be worn when handling chemicals to protect oneself?
What should be worn when handling chemicals to protect oneself?
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Safe Chemical Handling Practices
- An important practice for safe chemical handling is to store chemicals properly to prevent accidents, spills, and contamination.
- Proper storage of chemicals is crucial to prevent incompatible chemicals from coming into contact with each other, which can lead to reactions, fires, or explosions.
- Expired or unused chemicals should be disposed of according to the manufacturer's guidelines and local regulations to prevent harm to people, the environment, and wildlife.
- The recommended practice for handling expired or unused chemicals is to dispose of them through a licensed waste disposal facility or a designated chemical waste collection program.
- Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and a lab coat is essential when handling chemicals to protect oneself from exposure to harmful substances.
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