Chemicals

Risk Of:

• Health effects such as allergies, asthma, respiratory problems and dermatitis
• Fire
• Explosion
• Hit by flying projectiles
• Suffocation

Possible Causes:

• Exposure to flammable gases, paints, cement, metal working solvents, degreasing agents, herbicides, insecticides, adhesives, solvents, asbestos, cleaning agents, lead, refrigerant gases, welding fumes, waste anaesthetic gases
• Failure to decontaminate equipment properly in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
• Failure, rupture or leakage of compressed gas cylinders or fittings
• Exposure to dust or latex consumables
• Lack of local exhaust ventilation