Many common household products contain chemicals that can cause injury or death if they are not handled, stored, or used correctly.
Some of the household products that contain hazardous chemicals are oven cleaners, tile cleaners, toilet-bowl cleaners, liquid drain openers, antifreeze, chrome-wheel cleaners, rust removers, gasoline, motor oil, lead paint, turpentine, lacquer thinner, and muriatic acid.
These safety precautions can help keep you and your family safe.
Safety musts
Follow these safety precautions:
Carefully read the ingredient list of any product or chemical you use. The label can also tell you how to use the correct protective equipment, how to handle the chemicals, and how to respond to emergencies. The label will tell you if the substance is flammable, corrosive, or may cause cancer. It will also state whether you should use eye protection, gloves, or other equipment.
Purchase the correct personal protective equipment like gloves or goggles. Clean and care for them correctly.
Be aware of the hazardous materials you come in contact with. Learn about the specific characteristics and dangers.
Follow safe procedures when you handle hazardous material. Don't take shortcuts.
Handle, store, and get rid of hazardous materials safely and according to approved procedures. Never pour them down sewers or drains.
Don't mix or combine hazardous materials unless you know you can do so safely. Many products can cause violent reactions or release poisonous fumes when combined.
Transferring flammable liquids like gasoline, from one container to another can make static electricity that could ignite the fumes.
Always carry chemicals in approved containers.
Always wash your hands after using any unsafe material.
Store materials correctly, as directed on their labels. Flammable chemicals should be stored in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight. Some chemicals like acids must be stored separately from each other.
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is the state agency responsible for ensuring the safe and responsible management of household hazardous waste. At a local level, the management of household hazardous waste is overseen by Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPAs).
Store all hazardous materials properly, separate incompatibles, and store in ventilated, dry, cool areas. Employees must keep themselves and the work area clean. After handling any hazardous material, wash thoroughly with soap and water. Clean work surfaces at least once per shift, so contamination risks are minimized.
correctly labelling all hazardous chemical containers and pipework using warning placards and safety signs. storing hazardous chemicals correctly. keeping a hazardous chemical register, which must include a copy of the current safety data sheet ( SDS ) for each hazardous chemical on the register.
Only store household chemicals in places children can't get to them. Lock or childproof cabinets and storage areas if you have children in your home. Keep products containing hazardous materials in their original containers and never remove the labels unless the container is corroding.
Store safely: Keep HHW in their original containers with labels intact. Store them in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, out of reach of children and pets. Check for local HHW programs: Many communities have collection programs or designated drop-off facilities for HHW.
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