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Authorization
March 25, 1996
REQUEST: The Fire Department requests that the City Commission review the goal, outline and
evaluation tool for the annual "Right to Know Training" to be held for all City employees.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this Commission item is to assure that the City Commission is
informed of all the pertinent details regarding this training session.
CONSIDERATIONS:
· The "Right to Know" training is intended to give the employees the information
necessary to make prudent decisions about the chemicals that they deal with on a
daily basis. The class is required by Florida Statute 442.
· The dates have been scheduled through the City Clerk's office for use of the
Commission chambers.
ISSUE ANALYSIS:
N/A
FUNDING:
No additional funding is required.
RECOMMENDATION:
None. Informational use only.
IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE:
The classes will be held in the City Commission chambers on April 10, 1996 from
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, on April 11, 1996 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., and on
April 18, 1996 from 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
ATTACHMENTS:
A - "Right to Know" Training - goal, outline and evaluation
COMMISSION ACTION:
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Annual "Right To Know" Training
Goal
Employees need to be able to make knowledgeable and reasoned decisions about
chemicals used during the course of their jobs. The "Right to Know" training is intended to
give the employees the information necessary to make prudent decisions about the chemicals
that they deal with on a daily basis. The class will also meet the requirements of FS 442.
"Right To Know" Outline
Purpose
. Provide Information
. Safety
Intent
Florida Substance List
Employer's Obligations
. Obtain MSDS
. Post Notice
. MSOS Availability
. Training
. FD Notification
. Records
. Employee Rights
Other Obligations
. Manufacturers
. Importers
. Distributors
Trade Secrets
Hazardous Chemicals?
. Definition
. Irritants
. Sensitizers
. Toxic/Poison
. Corrosives
. Carcinogen
How Do Chemicals Enter Your Body?
. Inhalation
. Ingestion
. Absorption
ATTACHMENT "A"
Annual "Right To Know" Training
MSDS - Your Guide to Workplace Safety
. Identity
. Hazardous Ingredients
. Characteristics
. Reactivity
. Health Hazards
. Precautions
. Control Measures
Labels
Responsibility
. City's
. Yours
Protective Equipment
. Eye Protection
. Hearing Protection
. Respiratory Protection
. Protective Clothing
Closing
Proposed Dates for 1996 Training
April 10, 1996
April 11, 1996
April 18, 1996
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
1000-1200
1300 -1500
1430-1630
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Annual "Right To Know" Training
Department:
1. MSDS (Material Data Safety Sheets) shall be maintained for toxic substances present
in the workplace, these shall be available to employees:
a. after five (5) days notice.
b. in their work areas.
c. in the event of an accident.
2. Chemicals may enter the body by:
a. breathing in vapor
b. accidental ingestion
c. absorption through the skin
d. all of the above
3. To lessen the chance of accidental ingestion of chemicals you should not eat, drink or
smoke while working with chemicals.
a. True
b. False
4. The MSDS (Material Data Safety Sheets) will provide information about the type of
protective equipment necessary to safely use the chemical.
a. True
b. False
5. An irritant is a substance that
a. has inflammatory effects on the skin, lungs or eyes.
b. causes visible destruction in human skin.
c. kill or injuries when introduced in the body.
d. can cause cancer in humans.
6. A carcinogen is a substance that:
a. has inflammatory effects on the skin, lungs or eyes.
b. causes visible destruction in human skin.
c. kill or injuries when introduced in the body.
d. can cause cancer in humans.
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Annual "Right To Know' Training
7.
A corrosive is a substance that:
a. has inflammatory effects on the skin, lungs or eyes.
b. causes visible destruction in human skin.
c. kill or injuries when introduced in the body.
d. can cause cancer in humans.
8. MSDS sheets are not required if the substance is in the same concentration and
amount as it sold to retail consumers?
a. True
b. False
9. If MSDS sheets are not available for the product that you are using, information about
the proper use may be found by reading the product label. This information includes:
a. chemical name
b. physical hazards
c. protective equipment recommendations
d. all the above
10. What document can provide the necessary information for you to safely use chemicals
in the workplace?
a. the billing invoice
b. the MSDS (Material Data Safety Sheets)
c. the products shipping papers
. Have you reviewed any MSDS sheets for the chemicals that you work with in the past two
years?
Not Applicable
Yes
No
. Do you have any suggestions that would help you to better deal with the chemicals that
you encounter in the workplace for next years class?