Most of the chemicals produced and used today are beneficial, but some also have the potential to damage human health, the environment, and public toward chemical enterprises. You must be aware of the potential for the accidental misuse of chemicals, as well as their intentional misuse. Chemical safety and security can mitigate these risks.
A new culture of safety and security consciousness, accountability, organization,
and education has developed around the world in the laboratories of the chemical
industry, government, and academe. Chemical laboratories have developed special
procedures and equipment for handling and managing chemicals safely and securely.
The development of a “culture of safety and security” results in laboratories
that are safe and healthy environments in which to teach, learn, and work.
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF HAZARDS AND RISKS?
- Large-Scale Emergencies and Sensitive Situations
- Security Breach
- Toxic Chemical Exposure
- Flammable, Explosive, and Reactive Chemicals
- Biohazards
- Hazardous Waste
- Physical Dangers
TEN STEPS TO ESTABLISH A SAFETY AND SECURITY
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
- Create an Institutional Safety and Security Oversight Committee and Appoint a Chemical Safety and Security Officer (CSSO).
- Develop a safety and security policy statement.
- Implement administrative controls.
- Identify and address particularly hazardous situations.
- Evaluate facilities and address weaknesses.
- Establish procedures for chemical management.
- Employ engineering controls and personal protective equipment.
- Plan for emergencies.
- Identify and address barriers to following safety and security best practices.
- Train, communicate, and mentor.
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