Why is good housekeeping important when working with toxic materials?
Good housekeeping is a very important way to prevent exposure to toxic materials. A clean and orderly workplace is safer for everyone. • Have appropriate spill control equipment and procedures. Clean up any spills and build-ups of toxic materials promptly and safely using this equipment and procedures. Additional guidance may be available on the MSDS or from the supplier/manufacturer. • Avoid dry sweeping of solid materials. Use a pre-wetting technique or vacuum equipped with high efficiency filter(s) instead. • Properly dispose of unlabelled or contaminated chemicals. • Ensure that all waste containers are compatible with the toxic material and that the containers are properly labeled and stored. Why is personal cleanliness important when working with toxic materials? Personal cleanliness when working with toxic materials provides protection not only for you but protects others as well (such as co-workers and family members). • Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or going to t
