Hazardous and Flammable Materials Handling and Control Procedures

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Control Number: 509.02.01.003 Version: 2.0 Title: Hazardous and Flammable Materials Handling and Control Procedures Page Number: 9 of 12 Oxygen cylinders must be kept in a separate storage location from fuel gas cylinders or separated by a minimum distance of 20 feet or by a barrier of non-c ombustible material at least five feet (5’) high, having a fire rating of at least one-half (½) hour. General Handling Procedures for All Gas Cylinders Secure tall cylinders such as oxygen and acetylene with a chain, cable, etc. to prevent the cylinders from falling over and store s mall LPG cylinders in a manner that will protect the cylinders from damage in an earthquake or similar event. Ensure that all cylinders are clearly marked with their contents. Separate full and empty cylinders from one another and store all cylinders in an upright position. In stall protective caps when cylinders are not connected for use. Treat empty containers as if they were full. Store empty cylinders with their valves closed. Do not drop or abuse cylinders. The contents of cylinders are compressed under high levels of press ure to the extent that a cylinder can become a projectile if a valve is broken off. Keep cylinder valves closed and plugged or capped when not in use. Cylinders must be transported on a hand truck or cart designed for that purpose and never dragged or rolled. Check tanks for damage or corrosion. Check valves and connections for leaks with soapy water. Never use a flame. Never try to force a stuck valve by using a hammer, screwdriver, pry bar, etc. A licensed vendor must inspect c ylinders that have leaks , damage, or corrosion. Caustic and Toxic Substances All toxic and caustic materials are to be stored in their original containers in a secure area. The manufacturer’s label must remain intact on the container. 7. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) The MSDS list information relative to the storage, use, and disposal of the material. Each work unit supervisor will:  Obtain MSDS for all hazardous materials used or stored in the work unit.  Provide the facility safety officer with MSDS for existing and new products.  Ensure the MSDS are readily available to inmates and staff.  Be familiar with the MSDS information for hazardous materials used in their area.  Ensure that inmates working with hazardous materials have read and understand the MSDS for the materials they handle and sign appendix B, Material Safety Data Sheet Log, when being issued hazardous materials . If an inmate has difficulty reading or understanding the material, the work unit supervisor, or designee must review the information with the inmate. 8. Drawing and Issuing Only authorized staff members can draw and issue hazardous materials to inmates. Staff must log all hazardous materials issued on appendix A, Hazardous Materials Inventory , and