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Solvents

Solvents. Some common solvents. Charcoal lighter fluid, Windshield washer fluid, Paint, Household cleaners, and even Water!. 1a. Use of solvents. Cleaning Degreasing Removing paint, ink, or other coatings. 1b. Use of solvents.

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Solvents

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  1. Solvents

  2. Some common solvents • Charcoal lighter fluid, • Windshield washer fluid, • Paint, • Household cleaners, and even • Water! 1a

  3. Use of solvents • Cleaning • Degreasing • Removing paint, ink, or other coatings 1b

  4. Use of solvents • Producing adhesives, paints, inks, coatings, varnishes, and other sealers • Solvents we work with 1c

  5. How to recognize solvents • Usually liquid • Many are colorless • Most have a strong odor • Some evaporate quickly 2a

  6. How to recognize solvents • Always check the container’s label 2b

  7. Chemistry of solvents • Solvents are used to dissolve something else • Like dissolves like • How electron are distributed is called polarity 3a

  8. Chemistry of solvents • Polar solvents: • Water • Ketones • Alcohols • Non-polar solvents: • Oils • Petroleum distillates • Many chlorinated solvents 3b

  9. Chemistry of solvents • Always use the solvent specified for the job • Why we use certain solvents 3c

  10. Health hazards • Routes of entry include: • Breathing the vapors, • Direct contact, and • Ingestion if you are eating or drinking while using the solvents. 4a

  11. Health hazards: Acute effects • Dizziness • Nausea • Irritation • Dryness • Itching • Dermatitis 4b

  12. Health hazards: Chronic effects • Chronic diseases typically target: • Skin, • Liver, • Kidneys, • Circulatory system, • Reproductive system, and • Nervous system. 4c

  13. Health hazards • Check the MSDS • Health hazards of the solvents we use 4d

  14. Physical hazards • Combustible • Flammable • Check the MSDS • Physical hazards of the solvents we use 5

  15. Engineering controls that reduce exposures • Ventilation • Automated chemical transfer equipment • Engineering controls we use 6

  16. Personal protective equipment (PPE) • See solvent’s MSDS for PPE recommendations • Employer selects appropriate PPE • Types of PPE we use 7

  17. Safe work procedures • See solvent’s MSDS for safe handling information • Take appropriate fire prevention precautions • Use only the amount needed 8a

  18. Safe work procedures • Dispense carefully to avoid spills • Be cautious about skin contact • Follow all job-specific work procedures 8b

  19. Safe storage procedures • See solvent’s MSDS for safe storage information • Solvents may need to be stored separately from other materials • Storage areas should be well ventilated 9a

  20. Safe storage procedures • Rough handling can lead to dangerous leaks • Inspect containers for damage prior to use • Report suspected damage, contamination, or leaks 9b

  21. Proper clean-up and disposal • Emergency releases should be handled by a specially trained Hazmat team • Waste solvents need to be collected in proper containers 10

  22. First aid and emergency procedures • Refer to the MSDS for first aid and emergency information • Always follow our company’s specific procedures for emergency response and first aid 11

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