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TRP 2
Solvents Handling
IAMC Toolkit
Innovative Approaches for the Sound
Management of Chemicals and Chemical Waste
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Solvents are widely used in industry. This
presentation provides an explanation on the
harm that solvents can have on human beings
and on the environment.
The principle of substitution is explained to
the reader, as well as the technical and
organizational measures to implement to
reduce the exposure to these substances.
Introduction
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1. Risk identification
and safety
2. Transport and
storage
3. Fire and explosion
protection
4. Emergency
response
11. Chemical classification
and labelling
21. Internal transport of
chemicals
31. Fire protection
41. Emergency response
plan
12. Risk assessment
22. Internal pedestrian
routes
32. Fire protection in
welding and cutting
operations
13. Safety rules 23. Storage 33. Explosion protection
14. Personal protective
equipment
34. Container cleaning
15. Skin protection
16. Emergency escape
routes
17. Handling of solvents,
acids and bases
18. Safety in gas tank
handling
Hazard Management
Checklists
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1. General Concepts
2. Hazards
3. Prevention Measures
 Substitution
 Technical measures
 Organizational measures
4. Sources
Contents
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General concept
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Solvents
 A solvent is, generally speaking, a liquid which can dissolve,
dilute or extract other substances (solid, liquid or gaseous)
without altering them and without modifying its own
composition.
 Examples of solvents: water, hexane, ethanol, etc.
 In industry, solvents are used as:
 Degreasing agents (metal, textile cleaning)
 Additives and diluents (paints, varnishes,
inks, glues, pesticides)
 Strippers (paint, varnish and glue strippers)
 Purifying agents (perfumes, drugs) Source: Suva
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Types of Organic Solvents
Oxygenated solvents
- Alcohols (e.g.
ethanol)
- Esters (e.g. ethyl
acetate)
- Ketones (e.g.
acetone)
- Glycols (e.g.
ethylene glycol)
- Ethers (e.g. diethyl
ether)
Hydrocarbon solvents
- Non and low
aromatic
petroleum
solvents (e.g.
hexane)
- Polyaromatic
hydrocarbons
Halogenated solvents
- Chlorinated
hydrocarbons (e.g.
dichloromethane)
- Hydrofluoroalkanes
- Hydrofluoroethers
Strictly limited and
restricted use
 Most frequently, solvents are commercialized as mixtures.
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Hazards
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Main Hazards
 The main hazards associated with the use, storage and
transport of solvents are:
 Fire
 Explosion
 Health hazards
 Environmental hazards
Inhalation
Skin
permeation
Source: Suva
Ingestion
[…]
Source: www.wsws.org (May 2015)
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Fire and Explosion Hazards
 An explosion or fire will occur when a combustible substance
(gas, vapours, mist, dust), a combustion agent (air) and an
effective ignition source are simultaneously present.
Air
Ignition source
Flammable
chemical
compound
Fire/Explosion process
Source: Suva
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Fire and Explosion Hazards
 Generally speaking, combustion will lead to:
 A fire if it occurs in an open space
 An explosion if it occurs in a closed space
Fire Explosion
Source: Suva
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Explosible Range and Flash Point
Explosible range
The mixture of flammable gases or vapours and air
can only lead to a spontaneous combustion or an
explosion if the mixture’s concentration is between
the upper and lower explosivity limits.
Flash point
The flash point is the lowest temperature at which
a liquid releases enough vapours to form a
potentially explosive atmosphere at the surface.
With the presence of an ignition source, the
mixture ignites. After the ignition, the flame dies.
Source: CSD Source: based on FOEN
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Health Hazards
 The majority of solvents can
cause irritations, burns or
intoxication if not adequately
used.
 Routes of entry of the
substances:
 Inhalation of the vapours
 Skin permeation
 Ingestion
Ingestion
Inhalation
Skin
permeation
Source: Suva
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Health Hazards
 Consequences:
IngestionAcute intoxication
Chronic
intoxication
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Coma, etc.
- Skin dryness
- Conjunctivitis
- Inflammations,
etc.
Inhalation
Skin
permeation
Source: Suva
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Health Hazards – Example
 Never wash hands with solvents!
 Solvents dissolve the skin’s natural protective film and can cause irritations
and inflammations (dermatitis, eczema) characterized by redness, skin
swelling, itching, dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing or
bleeding.
 Solvents may be toxic or facilitate the absorption of another toxic chemical.
 Protective measures:
 Wear protective gloves resistant to the specific chemical (for concentrated
organic solvents, use natural rubber, neoprene or nitrile gloves).
 Wash hands thoroughly with an appropriate soap after handling solvents.
 Attention: Remove gloves when opening doors, using the phone, etc.
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Environmental Hazards – Examples
 Solvents with chlorinated hydrocarbons can bio-
accumulate in various organisms.
 Solvents containing VOCs can reduce air quality and
increase urban smog.
 Solvents might also lead to the eutrophication of waters.
This presentation focuses on occupational health and safety.
To prevent environmental hazards, please refer to APELL:
http://www.unep.org/apell/
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 In the next slides, a list of solvents used in industry and their
specific hazards are presented. The following legend applies:
 The level is evaluated for four areas (1 = worst, 10 = best)
 Waste: recycling, incineration, VOC and biotreatment issues
 Impact: effects on the environment
 Health: acute and chronic effects on human health and exposure
potential
 Safety: explosivity, flammability and operational hazards
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Hazards
1
Worst
to
10
Best
Major issues have been identified.
Appropriate control procedures
need to be in place.
Issues have been identified. The
need for control procedures should
be considered.
No major issues identified
in this area.
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4 7 7 10
4 8 5 9
4 7 5 9
4 8 4 7
2 4 2 8
5 5 6 2
6 2 5 1
5 3 3 1
4 2 5 1
3 3 1 10
5 8 5 9
3 6 4 8
3 5 4 2
4 4 3 3
6 5 2 3
2 7 4 2
5 2 6 1
2 3 1 6
Polar aprotics
N-Methyl pyrrolidone
Dimethyl acetamide
Dimethyl propylene urea
Dimethyl formamide
Acetonitrile
Acids
Propionic acid
Acetic acid (glacial)
Alkanes
Cyclohexane
Heptane
Hexane
Petroleum spirit /ether
Chlorinated Dichloromethane
Ethers
1,2-Dimethoxyethane
T-Butylmethyl ether
Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether
Tetrahydrofuran
Diisopropyl ether
SOLVENT
Basics Pyridine
Waste Impact Health Safety
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4 9 7 10
5 7 5 8
5 8 5 10
3 7 4 6
3 10 7 7
3 8 4 8
4 9 2 7
7 7 7 6
7 6 7 6
5 7 7 6
4 9 7 4
2 6 5 5
8 4 5 5
7 3 5 4
Alcohols
Ethylene glycol
1-Butanol
Diethylene glycol mono butyl ether
Ethanol/IMS
2-Propanol
Methanol
2-Methoxy ethanol
Aromatics
Xylene
Toluene
Esters
Butyl acetate
Propyl acetate
Isopropyl acetate
Ethyl acetate
Methyl acetate
SOLVENT Waste Impact Health Safety
Ketones
Methylisobutyl ketone
Acetone
Methylethyl ketone
7 4 6 7
2 7 6 5
3 6 5 5
Source: based on Curzons A.D. et al.
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Prevention Measures
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Prevention Measures
 Prevention measures
follow the STOP logic:
 S. Substitution of the
hazardous substances
and processes
 T. Technical measures
 O. Organizational
measures
 P. Personal protection
measures
Source: Suva
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Technical Prevention
Measures
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Substitution
 Substitution aims at reducing the risks for the workers.
 Attention: It is not acceptable to replace a carcinogenic solvent by a less
harmful but highly flammable substance.
Substitution example: Replace solvent-
based paints by water-based paints.
Source: Suva
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 A thorough risk analysis has to be
conducted prior to introducing any
new substances or processes.
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Substitution
Undesirable Usable Preferred
- Pentane
- Hexane
- Di-isopropyl ether
- Diethyl ether
- Dichloromethane
- Dichloroethane
- Chloroform
- Dimethyl formamide
- N-methylpyrrolidinone
- Pyridine
- Dimethyl acetamide
- Dioxane
- Dimethoxyethane
- Benzene
- Carbon tetrachloride
- Cyclohexane
- Methylcyclohexane
- Toluene
- Heptane
- Methyl t-butyl ether
- Isooctane
- Acetonitrile
- 2-methyl-
tetrahydrofuran
- Tetrahydrofuran
- Xylenes
- Dimethyl sulfoxide
- Acetic acid
- Ethylene glycol
- Water
- Acetone
- Ethanol
- 2-propanol
- 1-propanol
- Ethyl acetate
- Isopropyl acetate
- Methanol
- Methyl ethyl ketone
- 1-butanol
- t-butanol
Source: based on www.chemistryinnovation.co.uk
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Technical Measures
 Limit hazardous vapour emissions by organizing work
procedures in a way to reduce the evaporation or dispersion
of solvents (isolation, vapour recovery systems, etc.).
Barrel pump equipped with a
vapour recovery system
Source: Suva
Containers designed to limit evaporation
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Ventilate the workplaces and storage premises:
 Natural ventilation (windows, doors, openings)
 Artificial ventilation (general ventilation, ventilation at source)
Artificial ventilation
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Ventilation of storage premises:
 Natural ventilation (windows, doors, openings)
 Artificial ventilation (general ventilation)
Natural ventilation Artificial ventilation
Source: Suva Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Ventilation at source – Examples:
Ventilated open cabin
Source: INRS
Laterally ventilated oil extraction tanks
Source: INRS
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Technical Measures – Industrial Application
Ink preparation workstation
- In a pad
printing
workshop
- Solvents used
to dissolve the
ink and clean
the workstation
- Manual
preparation of
the inks
- Cleaning with a
dampened rag
What ventilation measures should be taken?
Source: INRS
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Technical Measures – Industrial Application
Ventilation at source directly
where the mixtures are prepared
Open waste bin with suction system
for the vapours of used solvents
Source: INRS
Source: INRS
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Technical Measures
 Storage cabinets:
 Small quantities (< 100 l) of solvents
can be stored in working areas in
adequately labelled, non-flammable
cabinets equipped with a collecting
vessel.
 In working areas, only the quantities
required for the daily operations
should be stored.
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Source . Suva
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Technical Measures
 Storage of solvents:
 Containment measures should be taken
to prevent liquids from spreading
including:
 Safety sills
 Retention basins
 Incompatible substances must not be
stored together.
 Containers should be stored in an upright
position.
 Not more than two containers should be
stacked.
Source: Suva
Attention: Retention basins
should be built with suitable
material (e.g. a concrete
basin is not advisable for
solvent retention).
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Technical Measures
 Classification in explosion-hazard zones (based on the ATEX
standard)
Area where a potentially
explosive atmosphere occurs:
Zone 0 (gases/vapours)
Zone 20 (dusts)
- Constantly present
- Present for long periods
- Frequently present for short periods
Zone 1 (gases/vapours)
Zone 21 (dusts)
- Periodically present
- Occasionally present under normal
operating conditions
Zone 2 (gases/vapours)
Zone 22 (dusts)
- Rarely present and for short periods
only
Zone N.D - Very improbable
Nobody should work in
Zones 0 and 20
ConcentrationConcentrationConcentration
Time
Time
Time
Zone 0/20
Zone 1/21
Zone 2/22
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Elimination of ignition sources
An ignition source is effective if it
provides enough energy to the
potentially explosive atmosphere
for the combustion to go on by
itself.
Static discharge
Sparks of electrical origin
Fire, flames, embers
Sparks of mechanical origin
Warm surfaces
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Elimination of ignition sources
In premises exposed to explosion risks, every
electrical device should be protected from the
explosion risk.
In Zones 0 and 20, devices that can produce sparks
should not be used.
In Zones 1 and 2, sparks are tolerated only if
special prevention measures are taken (combination
of adequate materials, etc.)Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Elimination of ignition sources
- Smoking banned
- Open-flame devices should not be used in Zones 0
and 20. They are tolerated in Zones 1, 2, 21, 22
only if preventive measures have been taken.
- Preventing smouldering fires:
- Eliminate dust deposits.
- Maintain surfaces humid.
- Use spark detection and extinguishing
systems.
- In Zone 0, the surface temperature should be 20%
lower than the combustible’s ignition
temperature.
- In Zones 1 and 2, the surface temperature should
never be higher than the combustible’s ignition
temperature.
- In Zones 20, 21, 22, the surface temperature
should not exceed two thirds of the combustible’s
ignition temperature.*
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Elimination of ignition sources
- Only use grounded hoses, pipes, containers, etc.
- In Zones 1 and 21, ground the staff by using
shoes and floors enabling the dissipation of
electrostatic charges.
- Use grounded metal containers when decanting
flammable substances.
Container not grounded Grounded container
Source: Suva
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
- When decanting flammable liquids, the container,
the tank and the other conductor elements should
be bonded and grounded. The tanks’ support
should also be grounded.
- The flow of the flammable substances should be
reduced to a minimum.
Grounded containers
- Any conductor element
from any installation
should be bonded and
grounded.
- Containers and pipes
should not have
insulating inner linings.Source: Suva
Source: Suva
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Elimination of ignition sources
- Buildings and installations comprising
explosion-hazard zones should be protected
against lightning strikes (e.g. Faraday cage).
Lightning
Chemical reactions
- Improve the heat dissipation (e.g. smaller storage
units, store in intermediate premises).
- Regulate the pressure and temperature.
- Store at lower temperatures.
- InertingSource: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Limiting the consequences of a fire or explosion
Explosion-resistant
installations
Source: Suva
Bursting disks
Explosion-proof lids
Explosion relief
devices
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Limiting the consequences of a fire or explosion
Explosion suppression
Source: Suva
Flame extinction:
The flame is cooled down until it fades out.
Explosion decoupling
Source: Suva
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Technical Measures
 Extinguishers and first aid:
 Areas where solvents are handled have to
be equipped with:
 Extinguishers and cooling systems
 First aid facilities (showers, eye-wash
stations)
 These facilities have to be
regularly checked.
Extinguisher
Source: CSD
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Technical Measures - Recap
 Substitution with less hazardous substances
 Limitation of hazardous vapour emissions
 Ventilation of the workplaces
 Ventilation of the storage premises
 Storage cabinets in workplaces
 Retention basins and safety sills
 Classification in explosion-hazard zones
 Elimination of ignition sources
 Limitation of the consequences of a fire/explosion
 Extinguishers and first-aid facilities
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Solvent handling
Prevention Measures
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Solvents Handling – Good Practices
 Limit the release of vapours (close the lid, etc.).
 Avoid inhaling solvent vapours.
 Frequently clean your hands.
 Never clean your hands with a solvent.
 Do not eat, drink or smoke in premises where solvents are
used.
 Adopt a “clean as you go” philosophy: Clean after each
small task.
 Never decant a solvent in a container used for other
chemical substances.
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Solvents Handling – Good Practices
 Use inlet valves that close automatically to avoid overfill.
 Never release solvents into the sewer system.
 Do not exert pressure on the containers and do not roll
them when full.
 If a spill occurs, use an inert absorbent to contain the
leakage.
 Solvent-drenched wipes and rags are a fire hazard and
should be treated as hazardous waste. They should be
disposed of in a closed bin located in a ventilated place.
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Solvents Handling – Good Practices
 When carrying drums on fork lifts and trolleys, use a drum
catch.
 When more than two drums are carried, tape or strap them
together to improve stability.
Source: Environmental Technology Best Practice Program Source: Environmental Technology Best Practice Program
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Solvents Handling – Exercise
You are working for a chemical company and work with
solvents daily. What precautions should you take while
handling solvents to guarantee safe operation?
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Solvents Handling – Exercise
Recommendations for solvent handling:
Vapours:
- Close the lid to prevent the release of vapours.
- Avoid inhaling solvent vapours (use PPE).
Hygiene:
- Frequently clean your hands.
- Never clean your hands with a solvent.
- Adopt a “clean as you go” philosophy: Clean after each small task.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke in premises where solvents are used.
Containers:
- Never decant a solvent in a container used for other chemical substances.
- Use automatically closing inlet valves to avoid overfill.
Transport:
- Do not exert pressure on the containers and do not roll them when full.
- When carrying drums on fork lifts and trolleys, use a drum catch.
- When more than two drums are carried, tape or strap them together to improve stability.
Disposal:
- Never release solvents into the sewer system.
Spill:
- If a spill occurs, use an inert absorbent to contain the leakage.
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Organizational Prevention
Measures
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Organizational Measures
 Labelling containers, tanks, pipes, etc.
 The equipment (containers, tanks and pipes) should be appropriately
labelled (always visible and permanently labelled).
Source: Suva
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Organizational Measures
 Labelling containers, tanks, pipes, etc.
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2-METHYL FLAMMALINE
1
2
3
4
5
Precautionary statements
Additional information as required by the competent authority as appropriate
Supplier identification
SIGNAL WORD
Hazard statements
 Labelling containers, tanks, pipes, etc.
Organizational Measures
Methanol (solvent) (N° CE: 603-001-00-X)
Highly flammable liquid and vapour H225
Toxic if swallowed
Toxic in contact with skin
Toxic if inhaled
Causes damage to organs (especially to eyes)
H301
H311
H331
H370
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No
smoking.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Wear protective gloves/clothing, eye/face protection.
If on skin: Wash with water and soap.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison centre or a
doctor.
Store locked up.
P210
P403/233
P280
P302/352
P301/310
P405
Chemistry Example Sarl 200 litres
St. Example 10, 1111 Town
Telephone 032 600 60 60
2
1
3
4
5
Source: based on Sicherheitsinstitut
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Organizational Measures
 Signalling of zones where highly flammable solvents are
used:
 Zones where highly flammable solvents are handled should be
marked appropriately to prevent the introduction of ignition sources.
Source: Suva
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Organizational Measures
 Verifying the efficiency of prevention measures:
 To evaluate the risks or the efficiency of the prevention
measures in a given workplace, vapour concentration
measurements can be conducted.
Colorimetric tests
Source: Suva
Use of a gas detector in
confined spaces
Source: Suva
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Organizational Measures
 Staff training should:
 Provide the knowledge employees need to work in safe
conditions
 Take place when they join the company and at regular
intervals
 Include the following topics:
 Legal foundations and requirements
 Labelling schemes used for chemical substances and mixtures
 Main rules of conduct
 Requirements for the personal protective equipment including monitoring,
maintenance, etc.
 Good practices when working in explosion-hazard zones
 First aid and fire protection guidelines
 Guidelines for the sorting and disposal of waste, etc.
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Organizational Measures
 Managing spills:
 Train staff on how a spill should be dealt with.
 Install spillage kits at relevant locations (absorbent material).
 Set up a reporting system for significant spills (e.g. more than
one litre of solvent or more than 2.5 litres of solvent-based
coating).
 Set up an emergency procedure for large spills (20 litres or
more):
 Notify the emergency team.
 Use spillage kits.
 Place solvent-soaked materials in a sealed drum.
 Report the spillage to the production manager.
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Organizational Measures
 Disposal of spent solvents:
 Keep a careful record of all wastes.
 Segregate waste using clear labelling (e.g. separate
chlorinated from non-chlorinated waste).
 Ensure that the containers are well sealed and in good
condition.
 Remove used solvents from the
site regularly.
Source: Environmental Technology Best Practice Program
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Organizational Measures
 Disposal of spent solvents:
 Spent solvents present the same risks as new products and should
be handled and stored following exactly the same guidelines.
Solvent recycling facility
Source: INRS
 Recyclable solvents (if the solvent
contains less than 30% of impurities) can
be:
 Treated on site
 Delegated to a service provider
 Non-recyclable solvents should be
incinerated in specialized centres. If no
centres are available, a risk assessment
should be conducted to consider other
options for substitution.
C12_Substitution of chemicals
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Organizational Measures
 Disposal of spent solvents: Recycling on site
Condenser
Clean
solvent
Used
solvent
Pump
Source: INRS
ATTENTION:
Recycling
solvents is a
dangerous
process!
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Organizational Measures – Exercise
You are organizing a training session on the safe
use of solvents for your employees.
What topics should you cover?
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Organizational Measures – Exercise
 Topics to cover during a training session:
 Legal foundations and requirements
 Labelling schemes used for chemical substances and mixtures
 Main rules of conduct
 Requirements for the personal protective equipment including monitoring,
maintenance, etc.
 Good practices when working in explosion-hazard zones
 First aid and fire protection guidelines
 Guidelines for the sorting and disposal of waste, etc.
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Organizational Measures – Recap
 Labelling of containers, tanks, pipes
 Safety signs to indicate zones where highly flammable
solvents are used
 Verifying the efficiency of
prevention measures
 Staff training
 Managing spills
 Disposal of used solvents
Source: Suva
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Risk Reduction Measures
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
 To be used if the hazard could not
be totally eliminated by substitution
or technical measures.
 The safety data sheets (SDSs) of
the substances used should
indicate any relevant information to
ensure their safe handling.
 Management should ensure that:
 Staff is well trained
 Protective equipment is regularly
checked
 Staff complies with the guidelines
concerning the PPE
Zones where PPE is
required should be clearly
indicated.
Source: Suva
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Types of PPE
Eye and face protection is essential
when handling solvents.
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Source: Suva
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Example
Respiratory
protective
equipment
Skin protective
equipment
Protective
eyewear
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Key messages
 Solvents present risks for the environmental, health and
safety
 Most frequently, solvents are commercialized as mixtures.
 Their proprieties need to be known in order to be able to
apply adequate risk reduction measures.
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Fusce posuere, magna sed pulvinar ultricies,
purus lectus malesuada libero, sit amet magna
eros quis (ARIAL 32).
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 CSD Engineers, Switzerland/ISSPPRO, Germany, 2015
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Switzerland, 2012
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 Suva: Liste de contrôle: Electricité statique, Switzerland, 2010
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guide: a guide to the integration of environmental, health and safety
criteria into the selection of solvents, Springer, 1999
 INRS: Recycleurs de solvants, France, 2009
 Waswo: extra.suva.ch, Switzerland, June 2015
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Praxis, Switzerland, 2011
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and with the generally accepted principles of the relevant
field.
If a third party uses the contents of the presentation in order
to take decisions, the authors disclaim any liability for any
kind of direct or indirect (consequential) damage.
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  • 1. TRP 2 Solvents Handling IAMC Toolkit Innovative Approaches for the Sound Management of Chemicals and Chemical Waste
  • 2. 2 Solvents are widely used in industry. This presentation provides an explanation on the harm that solvents can have on human beings and on the environment. The principle of substitution is explained to the reader, as well as the technical and organizational measures to implement to reduce the exposure to these substances. Introduction UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 3. 1. Risk identification and safety 2. Transport and storage 3. Fire and explosion protection 4. Emergency response 11. Chemical classification and labelling 21. Internal transport of chemicals 31. Fire protection 41. Emergency response plan 12. Risk assessment 22. Internal pedestrian routes 32. Fire protection in welding and cutting operations 13. Safety rules 23. Storage 33. Explosion protection 14. Personal protective equipment 34. Container cleaning 15. Skin protection 16. Emergency escape routes 17. Handling of solvents, acids and bases 18. Safety in gas tank handling Hazard Management Checklists
  • 4. 4 1. General Concepts 2. Hazards 3. Prevention Measures  Substitution  Technical measures  Organizational measures 4. Sources Contents UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 5. General concept UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 5
  • 6. 6 Solvents  A solvent is, generally speaking, a liquid which can dissolve, dilute or extract other substances (solid, liquid or gaseous) without altering them and without modifying its own composition.  Examples of solvents: water, hexane, ethanol, etc.  In industry, solvents are used as:  Degreasing agents (metal, textile cleaning)  Additives and diluents (paints, varnishes, inks, glues, pesticides)  Strippers (paint, varnish and glue strippers)  Purifying agents (perfumes, drugs) Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 7. 7 Types of Organic Solvents Oxygenated solvents - Alcohols (e.g. ethanol) - Esters (e.g. ethyl acetate) - Ketones (e.g. acetone) - Glycols (e.g. ethylene glycol) - Ethers (e.g. diethyl ether) Hydrocarbon solvents - Non and low aromatic petroleum solvents (e.g. hexane) - Polyaromatic hydrocarbons Halogenated solvents - Chlorinated hydrocarbons (e.g. dichloromethane) - Hydrofluoroalkanes - Hydrofluoroethers Strictly limited and restricted use  Most frequently, solvents are commercialized as mixtures. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 8. Hazards UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 8
  • 9. 9 Main Hazards  The main hazards associated with the use, storage and transport of solvents are:  Fire  Explosion  Health hazards  Environmental hazards Inhalation Skin permeation Source: Suva Ingestion […] Source: www.wsws.org (May 2015) UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 10. 10 Fire and Explosion Hazards  An explosion or fire will occur when a combustible substance (gas, vapours, mist, dust), a combustion agent (air) and an effective ignition source are simultaneously present. Air Ignition source Flammable chemical compound Fire/Explosion process Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 11. 11 Fire and Explosion Hazards  Generally speaking, combustion will lead to:  A fire if it occurs in an open space  An explosion if it occurs in a closed space Fire Explosion Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 12. 12 Explosible Range and Flash Point Explosible range The mixture of flammable gases or vapours and air can only lead to a spontaneous combustion or an explosion if the mixture’s concentration is between the upper and lower explosivity limits. Flash point The flash point is the lowest temperature at which a liquid releases enough vapours to form a potentially explosive atmosphere at the surface. With the presence of an ignition source, the mixture ignites. After the ignition, the flame dies. Source: CSD Source: based on FOEN UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 13. 13 Health Hazards  The majority of solvents can cause irritations, burns or intoxication if not adequately used.  Routes of entry of the substances:  Inhalation of the vapours  Skin permeation  Ingestion Ingestion Inhalation Skin permeation Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 14. 14 Health Hazards  Consequences: IngestionAcute intoxication Chronic intoxication - Fatigue - Dizziness - Headache - Coma, etc. - Skin dryness - Conjunctivitis - Inflammations, etc. Inhalation Skin permeation Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 15. 15 Health Hazards – Example  Never wash hands with solvents!  Solvents dissolve the skin’s natural protective film and can cause irritations and inflammations (dermatitis, eczema) characterized by redness, skin swelling, itching, dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing or bleeding.  Solvents may be toxic or facilitate the absorption of another toxic chemical.  Protective measures:  Wear protective gloves resistant to the specific chemical (for concentrated organic solvents, use natural rubber, neoprene or nitrile gloves).  Wash hands thoroughly with an appropriate soap after handling solvents.  Attention: Remove gloves when opening doors, using the phone, etc. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 16. 16 Environmental Hazards – Examples  Solvents with chlorinated hydrocarbons can bio- accumulate in various organisms.  Solvents containing VOCs can reduce air quality and increase urban smog.  Solvents might also lead to the eutrophication of waters. This presentation focuses on occupational health and safety. To prevent environmental hazards, please refer to APELL: http://www.unep.org/apell/ UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 17.  In the next slides, a list of solvents used in industry and their specific hazards are presented. The following legend applies:  The level is evaluated for four areas (1 = worst, 10 = best)  Waste: recycling, incineration, VOC and biotreatment issues  Impact: effects on the environment  Health: acute and chronic effects on human health and exposure potential  Safety: explosivity, flammability and operational hazards 17 Hazards 1 Worst to 10 Best Major issues have been identified. Appropriate control procedures need to be in place. Issues have been identified. The need for control procedures should be considered. No major issues identified in this area. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 18. 4 7 7 10 4 8 5 9 4 7 5 9 4 8 4 7 2 4 2 8 5 5 6 2 6 2 5 1 5 3 3 1 4 2 5 1 3 3 1 10 5 8 5 9 3 6 4 8 3 5 4 2 4 4 3 3 6 5 2 3 2 7 4 2 5 2 6 1 2 3 1 6 Polar aprotics N-Methyl pyrrolidone Dimethyl acetamide Dimethyl propylene urea Dimethyl formamide Acetonitrile Acids Propionic acid Acetic acid (glacial) Alkanes Cyclohexane Heptane Hexane Petroleum spirit /ether Chlorinated Dichloromethane Ethers 1,2-Dimethoxyethane T-Butylmethyl ether Bis(2-methoxyethyl) ether Tetrahydrofuran Diisopropyl ether SOLVENT Basics Pyridine Waste Impact Health Safety Source: based on Curzons A.D. et al. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 19. 4 9 7 10 5 7 5 8 5 8 5 10 3 7 4 6 3 10 7 7 3 8 4 8 4 9 2 7 7 7 7 6 7 6 7 6 5 7 7 6 4 9 7 4 2 6 5 5 8 4 5 5 7 3 5 4 Alcohols Ethylene glycol 1-Butanol Diethylene glycol mono butyl ether Ethanol/IMS 2-Propanol Methanol 2-Methoxy ethanol Aromatics Xylene Toluene Esters Butyl acetate Propyl acetate Isopropyl acetate Ethyl acetate Methyl acetate SOLVENT Waste Impact Health Safety Ketones Methylisobutyl ketone Acetone Methylethyl ketone 7 4 6 7 2 7 6 5 3 6 5 5 Source: based on Curzons A.D. et al. 19 UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 20. Prevention Measures UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 20
  • 21. 21 Prevention Measures  Prevention measures follow the STOP logic:  S. Substitution of the hazardous substances and processes  T. Technical measures  O. Organizational measures  P. Personal protection measures Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 22. Technical Prevention Measures UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 22
  • 23. 23 Substitution  Substitution aims at reducing the risks for the workers.  Attention: It is not acceptable to replace a carcinogenic solvent by a less harmful but highly flammable substance. Substitution example: Replace solvent- based paints by water-based paints. Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated  A thorough risk analysis has to be conducted prior to introducing any new substances or processes.
  • 24. 24 Substitution Undesirable Usable Preferred - Pentane - Hexane - Di-isopropyl ether - Diethyl ether - Dichloromethane - Dichloroethane - Chloroform - Dimethyl formamide - N-methylpyrrolidinone - Pyridine - Dimethyl acetamide - Dioxane - Dimethoxyethane - Benzene - Carbon tetrachloride - Cyclohexane - Methylcyclohexane - Toluene - Heptane - Methyl t-butyl ether - Isooctane - Acetonitrile - 2-methyl- tetrahydrofuran - Tetrahydrofuran - Xylenes - Dimethyl sulfoxide - Acetic acid - Ethylene glycol - Water - Acetone - Ethanol - 2-propanol - 1-propanol - Ethyl acetate - Isopropyl acetate - Methanol - Methyl ethyl ketone - 1-butanol - t-butanol Source: based on www.chemistryinnovation.co.uk UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 25. 25 Technical Measures  Limit hazardous vapour emissions by organizing work procedures in a way to reduce the evaporation or dispersion of solvents (isolation, vapour recovery systems, etc.). Barrel pump equipped with a vapour recovery system Source: Suva Containers designed to limit evaporation Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 26. 26 Technical Measures  Ventilate the workplaces and storage premises:  Natural ventilation (windows, doors, openings)  Artificial ventilation (general ventilation, ventilation at source) Artificial ventilation Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 27. 27 Technical Measures  Ventilation of storage premises:  Natural ventilation (windows, doors, openings)  Artificial ventilation (general ventilation) Natural ventilation Artificial ventilation Source: Suva Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 28. 28 Technical Measures  Ventilation at source – Examples: Ventilated open cabin Source: INRS Laterally ventilated oil extraction tanks Source: INRS UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 29. 29 Technical Measures – Industrial Application Ink preparation workstation - In a pad printing workshop - Solvents used to dissolve the ink and clean the workstation - Manual preparation of the inks - Cleaning with a dampened rag What ventilation measures should be taken? Source: INRS UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 30. 30 Technical Measures – Industrial Application Ventilation at source directly where the mixtures are prepared Open waste bin with suction system for the vapours of used solvents Source: INRS Source: INRS UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 31. 31 Technical Measures  Storage cabinets:  Small quantities (< 100 l) of solvents can be stored in working areas in adequately labelled, non-flammable cabinets equipped with a collecting vessel.  In working areas, only the quantities required for the daily operations should be stored. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated Source . Suva
  • 32. 32 Technical Measures  Storage of solvents:  Containment measures should be taken to prevent liquids from spreading including:  Safety sills  Retention basins  Incompatible substances must not be stored together.  Containers should be stored in an upright position.  Not more than two containers should be stacked. Source: Suva Attention: Retention basins should be built with suitable material (e.g. a concrete basin is not advisable for solvent retention). UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 33. 33 Technical Measures  Classification in explosion-hazard zones (based on the ATEX standard) Area where a potentially explosive atmosphere occurs: Zone 0 (gases/vapours) Zone 20 (dusts) - Constantly present - Present for long periods - Frequently present for short periods Zone 1 (gases/vapours) Zone 21 (dusts) - Periodically present - Occasionally present under normal operating conditions Zone 2 (gases/vapours) Zone 22 (dusts) - Rarely present and for short periods only Zone N.D - Very improbable Nobody should work in Zones 0 and 20 ConcentrationConcentrationConcentration Time Time Time Zone 0/20 Zone 1/21 Zone 2/22 Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 34. 34 Technical Measures  Elimination of ignition sources An ignition source is effective if it provides enough energy to the potentially explosive atmosphere for the combustion to go on by itself. Static discharge Sparks of electrical origin Fire, flames, embers Sparks of mechanical origin Warm surfaces Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 35. 35 Technical Measures  Elimination of ignition sources In premises exposed to explosion risks, every electrical device should be protected from the explosion risk. In Zones 0 and 20, devices that can produce sparks should not be used. In Zones 1 and 2, sparks are tolerated only if special prevention measures are taken (combination of adequate materials, etc.)Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 36. 36 Technical Measures  Elimination of ignition sources - Smoking banned - Open-flame devices should not be used in Zones 0 and 20. They are tolerated in Zones 1, 2, 21, 22 only if preventive measures have been taken. - Preventing smouldering fires: - Eliminate dust deposits. - Maintain surfaces humid. - Use spark detection and extinguishing systems. - In Zone 0, the surface temperature should be 20% lower than the combustible’s ignition temperature. - In Zones 1 and 2, the surface temperature should never be higher than the combustible’s ignition temperature. - In Zones 20, 21, 22, the surface temperature should not exceed two thirds of the combustible’s ignition temperature.* Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 37. 37 Technical Measures  Elimination of ignition sources - Only use grounded hoses, pipes, containers, etc. - In Zones 1 and 21, ground the staff by using shoes and floors enabling the dissipation of electrostatic charges. - Use grounded metal containers when decanting flammable substances. Container not grounded Grounded container Source: Suva Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 38. 38 Technical Measures - When decanting flammable liquids, the container, the tank and the other conductor elements should be bonded and grounded. The tanks’ support should also be grounded. - The flow of the flammable substances should be reduced to a minimum. Grounded containers - Any conductor element from any installation should be bonded and grounded. - Containers and pipes should not have insulating inner linings.Source: Suva Source: Suva Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 39. 39 Technical Measures  Elimination of ignition sources - Buildings and installations comprising explosion-hazard zones should be protected against lightning strikes (e.g. Faraday cage). Lightning Chemical reactions - Improve the heat dissipation (e.g. smaller storage units, store in intermediate premises). - Regulate the pressure and temperature. - Store at lower temperatures. - InertingSource: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 40. 40 Technical Measures  Limiting the consequences of a fire or explosion Explosion-resistant installations Source: Suva Bursting disks Explosion-proof lids Explosion relief devices Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 41. 41 Technical Measures  Limiting the consequences of a fire or explosion Explosion suppression Source: Suva Flame extinction: The flame is cooled down until it fades out. Explosion decoupling Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 42. Technical Measures  Extinguishers and first aid:  Areas where solvents are handled have to be equipped with:  Extinguishers and cooling systems  First aid facilities (showers, eye-wash stations)  These facilities have to be regularly checked. Extinguisher Source: CSD UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated Source: Shutterstock
  • 43. 43 Technical Measures - Recap  Substitution with less hazardous substances  Limitation of hazardous vapour emissions  Ventilation of the workplaces  Ventilation of the storage premises  Storage cabinets in workplaces  Retention basins and safety sills  Classification in explosion-hazard zones  Elimination of ignition sources  Limitation of the consequences of a fire/explosion  Extinguishers and first-aid facilities UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 44. Solvent handling Prevention Measures UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 44
  • 45. 45 Solvents Handling – Good Practices  Limit the release of vapours (close the lid, etc.).  Avoid inhaling solvent vapours.  Frequently clean your hands.  Never clean your hands with a solvent.  Do not eat, drink or smoke in premises where solvents are used.  Adopt a “clean as you go” philosophy: Clean after each small task.  Never decant a solvent in a container used for other chemical substances. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 46. 46 Solvents Handling – Good Practices  Use inlet valves that close automatically to avoid overfill.  Never release solvents into the sewer system.  Do not exert pressure on the containers and do not roll them when full.  If a spill occurs, use an inert absorbent to contain the leakage.  Solvent-drenched wipes and rags are a fire hazard and should be treated as hazardous waste. They should be disposed of in a closed bin located in a ventilated place. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 47. 47 Solvents Handling – Good Practices  When carrying drums on fork lifts and trolleys, use a drum catch.  When more than two drums are carried, tape or strap them together to improve stability. Source: Environmental Technology Best Practice Program Source: Environmental Technology Best Practice Program UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 48. 48 Solvents Handling – Exercise You are working for a chemical company and work with solvents daily. What precautions should you take while handling solvents to guarantee safe operation? UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 49. 49 Solvents Handling – Exercise Recommendations for solvent handling: Vapours: - Close the lid to prevent the release of vapours. - Avoid inhaling solvent vapours (use PPE). Hygiene: - Frequently clean your hands. - Never clean your hands with a solvent. - Adopt a “clean as you go” philosophy: Clean after each small task. - Do not eat, drink or smoke in premises where solvents are used. Containers: - Never decant a solvent in a container used for other chemical substances. - Use automatically closing inlet valves to avoid overfill. Transport: - Do not exert pressure on the containers and do not roll them when full. - When carrying drums on fork lifts and trolleys, use a drum catch. - When more than two drums are carried, tape or strap them together to improve stability. Disposal: - Never release solvents into the sewer system. Spill: - If a spill occurs, use an inert absorbent to contain the leakage. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 50. Organizational Prevention Measures UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 50
  • 51. 51 Organizational Measures  Labelling containers, tanks, pipes, etc.  The equipment (containers, tanks and pipes) should be appropriately labelled (always visible and permanently labelled). Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 52. Organizational Measures  Labelling containers, tanks, pipes, etc. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 2-METHYL FLAMMALINE 1 2 3 4 5 Precautionary statements Additional information as required by the competent authority as appropriate Supplier identification SIGNAL WORD Hazard statements
  • 53.  Labelling containers, tanks, pipes, etc. Organizational Measures Methanol (solvent) (N° CE: 603-001-00-X) Highly flammable liquid and vapour H225 Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes damage to organs (especially to eyes) H301 H311 H331 H370 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Wear protective gloves/clothing, eye/face protection. If on skin: Wash with water and soap. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison centre or a doctor. Store locked up. P210 P403/233 P280 P302/352 P301/310 P405 Chemistry Example Sarl 200 litres St. Example 10, 1111 Town Telephone 032 600 60 60 2 1 3 4 5 Source: based on Sicherheitsinstitut UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 54. 54 Organizational Measures  Signalling of zones where highly flammable solvents are used:  Zones where highly flammable solvents are handled should be marked appropriately to prevent the introduction of ignition sources. Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 55. 55 Organizational Measures  Verifying the efficiency of prevention measures:  To evaluate the risks or the efficiency of the prevention measures in a given workplace, vapour concentration measurements can be conducted. Colorimetric tests Source: Suva Use of a gas detector in confined spaces Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 56. 56 Organizational Measures  Staff training should:  Provide the knowledge employees need to work in safe conditions  Take place when they join the company and at regular intervals  Include the following topics:  Legal foundations and requirements  Labelling schemes used for chemical substances and mixtures  Main rules of conduct  Requirements for the personal protective equipment including monitoring, maintenance, etc.  Good practices when working in explosion-hazard zones  First aid and fire protection guidelines  Guidelines for the sorting and disposal of waste, etc. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 57. 57 Organizational Measures  Managing spills:  Train staff on how a spill should be dealt with.  Install spillage kits at relevant locations (absorbent material).  Set up a reporting system for significant spills (e.g. more than one litre of solvent or more than 2.5 litres of solvent-based coating).  Set up an emergency procedure for large spills (20 litres or more):  Notify the emergency team.  Use spillage kits.  Place solvent-soaked materials in a sealed drum.  Report the spillage to the production manager. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 58. 58 Organizational Measures  Disposal of spent solvents:  Keep a careful record of all wastes.  Segregate waste using clear labelling (e.g. separate chlorinated from non-chlorinated waste).  Ensure that the containers are well sealed and in good condition.  Remove used solvents from the site regularly. Source: Environmental Technology Best Practice Program UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 59. 59 Organizational Measures  Disposal of spent solvents:  Spent solvents present the same risks as new products and should be handled and stored following exactly the same guidelines. Solvent recycling facility Source: INRS  Recyclable solvents (if the solvent contains less than 30% of impurities) can be:  Treated on site  Delegated to a service provider  Non-recyclable solvents should be incinerated in specialized centres. If no centres are available, a risk assessment should be conducted to consider other options for substitution. C12_Substitution of chemicals UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 60. 60 Organizational Measures  Disposal of spent solvents: Recycling on site Condenser Clean solvent Used solvent Pump Source: INRS ATTENTION: Recycling solvents is a dangerous process! UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 61. 61 Organizational Measures – Exercise You are organizing a training session on the safe use of solvents for your employees. What topics should you cover? UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 62. 62 Organizational Measures – Exercise  Topics to cover during a training session:  Legal foundations and requirements  Labelling schemes used for chemical substances and mixtures  Main rules of conduct  Requirements for the personal protective equipment including monitoring, maintenance, etc.  Good practices when working in explosion-hazard zones  First aid and fire protection guidelines  Guidelines for the sorting and disposal of waste, etc. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 63. 63 Organizational Measures – Recap  Labelling of containers, tanks, pipes  Safety signs to indicate zones where highly flammable solvents are used  Verifying the efficiency of prevention measures  Staff training  Managing spills  Disposal of used solvents Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 64. Risk Reduction Measures UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 64
  • 65. 65 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  To be used if the hazard could not be totally eliminated by substitution or technical measures.  The safety data sheets (SDSs) of the substances used should indicate any relevant information to ensure their safe handling.  Management should ensure that:  Staff is well trained  Protective equipment is regularly checked  Staff complies with the guidelines concerning the PPE Zones where PPE is required should be clearly indicated. Source: Suva UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 66. 66 Types of PPE Eye and face protection is essential when handling solvents. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated Source: Suva
  • 67. Source: Suva 67 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Example Respiratory protective equipment Skin protective equipment Protective eyewear UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 68. 68 Key messages  Solvents present risks for the environmental, health and safety  Most frequently, solvents are commercialized as mixtures.  Their proprieties need to be known in order to be able to apply adequate risk reduction measures. UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 69. Sources UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit│Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated 69
  • 70. Fusce posuere, magna sed pulvinar ultricies, purus lectus malesuada libero, sit amet magna eros quis (ARIAL 32). Sources  CSD Engineers, Switzerland/ISSPPRO, Germany, 2015  Suva: Santé et sécurité au travail lors de l’emploi de solvants, Switzerland, 2012  Suva: Liste de contrôle: Emploi de solvants, Switzerland, 2012  Suva: Liste de contrôle: Electricité statique, Switzerland, 2010  Curzons A.D., Constable D.C., Cunningham V.L.: Solvent selection guide: a guide to the integration of environmental, health and safety criteria into the selection of solvents, Springer, 1999  INRS: Recycleurs de solvants, France, 2009  Waswo: extra.suva.ch, Switzerland, June 2015 70UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
  • 71. Fusce posuere, magna sed pulvinar ultricies, purus lectus malesuada libero, sit amet magna eros quis (ARIAL 32). Sources  INRS: Postes d’utilisation manuelle de solvants, France, 2009  United Nations: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), 2003, last revision 2013  FOEN: Entreposage des matières dangereuses, Guide pratique, Switzerland, 2011  Environmental Technology Best Practice Programme: Good housekeeping measures or solvents, United Kingdom, 1996  Sicherheitsinstitut: Lagerung gefährlicher Stoffe, Leitfaden für die Praxis, Switzerland, 2011  www.chemistryinnovation.co.uk, February 2010 71UNIDO│IAMC Toolkit | Images may not be copied, transmitted or manipulated
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