Service Transport Company: Courses

In our economy raw materials and finished products are constantly in motion.

• Transported from one point to another.

• Many different types of workers are involved

• Warehousing pulls the product and takes it to shipping.

• Shipping packs it for transport.

• Can be conveyed by land, sea, air and even pipeline.

• When the product arrives it is unloaded and stored.

This course deals with the regulations for the transport of hazardous materials.

Introduction

Bloodborne Diseases Have Always Been a Concern

Terms and Definitions are Important

HIV is a Major Bloodborne Pathogen

Hepatitis is a Major Bloodborne Pathogen

Facilities Must have an Exposure Control Plan

Infectious Material Labeling

Several Ways to Reduce Exposure

Needles and Other “Sharps” Have Special Controls

Personal Protective Equipment is Important

Vaccination Available for Hepatitis B

Accident Involving Infectious Materials

Steps Taken if You are Exposed

Summary

Introduction

Eye Problems Affect All People

Each Year Over One Million Eye Injuries Occur

Mechanism of the Eye

“Personal Protective Equipment” For Your Eyes

Eye Strain Can Be Hazardous

Dust and Particles Can Cause Problems

Other Situations That Can Cause Eye Problems

How to Take Care of Your PPE

How You Can Guard Against Eye Strain and Irritation

Special Treatment for Chemical Splashes

Light That Can Damage Your Eyes

Introduction

“Right-To-Know”

Education

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Chemical Terms

Chemicals

Toxins & Poisons

Corrosives & Irritants

Radiation & Carcinogens

Personal Protective Equipment

Container Labeling

Chemical Storage

Leaks & Spills

Hazard Warnings

Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)

Summary

Introduction

Awareness

Tools

Chemical Storage

Summary