This document provides information on chemical safety, hazards, and risks associated with chemicals. It discusses proper use and handling of chemicals, basic rules of chemical safety, potential hazards like lack of protective equipment, and ways to reduce risks such as proper storage and handling. The document also covers chemical labeling systems, material safety data sheets, transportation requirements, and emergency response procedures.

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6. 6Why Chemical SafetyWhy Chemical Safety
1. Use of Chemicals is Boon as well as Bane.
Boon sJZNFGf when used , handled, stored, manufactured
properly with complete understanding of
“behaviour” of chemicals.
Bane slJ5TLf when used, handled without knowledge and
ignorance/ disrespect about chemical properties.
2. We are working with lot of hazardous chemicals.

7. Basic Rules of Chemical Safety 7
Be Aware!
Be Alert!
Be Alive!

8. HAZARD & RISK

9. 1. Operatives not wearing safety helmets
2. No edge protection to roof nothing to stop materials falling off
3. Roof ladder not long enough
4. Access ladder tied to gutter
5. Ladder leaning on gutter
6. Access ladder too short
7. Manual handling
8. Unprotected skylight
9. Operative kneeling on fragile roof materials
10. Operative not wearing sensible clothing
11. Loose tools in bag liable to fall out onto persons below
12. Carrying tools up ladder. Only one hand
available to steady operative on the ladder
13. No safe access onto roof

10. Ground Excavations

11. Ground Excavations
1. No ladder or safe access
2. Operatives not wearing safety helmets
3. Timbering inadequate to safety support
the sides of the excavation
4. Cable crossing excavation both
unprotected and unsupported
5. Edges of excavation unsafe and breaking away
6. Some wedges used to tighten up timbering missing
7. No securing pins in screw jack
8. Operatives not wearing correct safety footwear
9. Operative climbing on screw jack
10. Board incorrectly toed in
11. Spoil heap in dangerous position
12. Soil slipping between trench supports
13. Unwedged strut across excavation
14. Can of fuel incorrectly stored

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This is a HAZARDThis is a HAZARD
 Hazard means the potential to cause injurymeans the potential to cause injury
or illness and can apply to substances,or illness and can apply to substances,
methods or machines etc.methods or machines etc.

13. Hazards may cause a Risk to health or safety
13This is a RISKThis is a RISK
Risk means the probability and consequences of
occurrence of injury or illness. Risk will depend on the
nature of the hazard, the degree of exposure and
individual characteristics.

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Step 1: Eliminate
the Hazard at its Source
When you know that
there is hazard you
remove that thing.

15. 15Step-2 : Substitute
something less hazardous
If it is not possible to
eliminate hazardous
thing, substitute it for
something less
hazardous

16. 16Step-3: Engineering create
barrier or isolation
It may be possible to
bring in engineering
controls such as,
Guards Exhaust
ventilation hoods or
Isolation methods.

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 Remember that
training is only
guideline
 There may be ten
ways, But you
have to select the
safest way as per
your experience &
Knowledge.
 SOP – StandardSOP – Standard
Operating ProcedureOperating Procedure
 TRAINING - ModulesTRAINING - Modules
 SKILL AQUISITIONSKILL AQUISITION
 SUPERVISIONSUPERVISION
Step-3: Engineering
technical approach

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Step-4 : PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
 Personal
protective
equipment should
be seen as a last
resort.
 PPE is useful for
safety &
emergencies.

19. 19Risk from ChemicalsRisk from Chemicals
 Health Hazards –Health Hazards –
Toxicity.Toxicity.
 Fire & ExplosionFire & Explosion
Hazards.Hazards.
 Spillage & leakageSpillage & leakage
 Corrosion.Corrosion.
 Incompatibility.Incompatibility.
 EnvironmentalEnvironmental
Pollution.Pollution.
 Run-away Reaction.Run-away Reaction.

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21. Act & Rules
 The Factories Act and Rules
 The Environment (Protection) Act,
 The Manufacture, Storage and Import of
Hazardous Chemicals Rules (MSIHC)
 The Chemical Accidents (Emergency Planning,
Preparedness and Response) Rules
 The Petroleum Act & Rules
 The Central Motor Vehicles Act & Rules
 The Explosives Act & Rules
 The Gas Cylinders Rules
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25.  MOC & Fitness of the vehicle as per standard
- Tank as per standard & approved
- Fitness of Vehicle
- Insurance, PUC, Driving License
 Proper display of Emergency Information Panel
 Provision of TREMCARD
 Effective training
 Availability of emergency equipment in working order.
 Development of suitable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
 Competent and experienced persons for safe operation of
hazardous chemical
 Operation by suitable work permit.
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General Guidelines

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27. 27Emergency Information Panel (EIP)

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29. 29Display of EIP on vehicleDisplay of EIP on vehicle
• It should be displayed on both sides and rear of the vehicle as
per standard size with details.
• Correct Technical Name
• U.N. Number
• Hazchem Code
• Tel. No. for contacting in an emergency
• Hazard Class Label(s) [Rule 137]
• Special advice

30. 30EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

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DOT
CLASSIFICATION
(Department of
Transportation-
United State of
America)

33. 331. Explosives
2. Gases
3. Flammable liquids
4. Flammable solids
5. Oxidizing Substances; organic peroxides
6. Poisonous (Toxic) and infectious substances
7. Radioactive material
8. Corrosive substances
9. Miscellaneous dangerous substances & articles

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COLOUR CODE
• Orange : Explosives
• Red : Flammable
• Green : Non-flammable, Non-toxic
• White : Toxic, Infectious
• Blue : Water sensitive
• Yellow : Oxidizing, Organic Peroxides

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39. TREMCARD
• TREM-Card is a useful guide to drivers and emergency
responders
• It contains clear information pertaining to the hazardous
material being transported
• It applies only during road transportation
• Format of TREM-Card is prescribed in the CMV Rules.
 In any emergency involving a Hazmat vehicle, obtain the
TREM-Card from driver
 Basic info. available in the TREM-Card :
 Information about the cargo
 Emergency action/ First-Aid when Spillage, Fire
 Additional info by manufacturer/consignor
 Tel. No. for contact during emergency (24 hrs.)
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42. General Rules
 Store in cool, well ventilated areas away from ignition sources
 Storage facility should be separate from the plant.
 Vessels should be designed, constructed and tested as per IS
2825-1969 or any other code approved by CCE.
 Non-compatible substances should not be stored together
 Chemical containers should not be leaking, rusty or damaged
and must be properly stacked
 Dyke/Bund wall to prevent spillage, & run-off of fire. The
volume should be 1.1 times of largest tank.
 Pumps used to fill and empty tanks should not be placed
inside the bund
 All tanks to be fitted with some form of vent.
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43.  Electrical circuitry should be explosion-proof, adequately
fused to prevent overloading
 Avoid possible ignition by static electricity, all containers
should be earthed and bonded
 Unauthorized entry must be restricted
 Put appropriate hazard warning labels like classification &
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association).
 Level / Pressure / Temperature indicators
 Provision of Safety Shower
 Display of cautionary Notice
 Provide fire protection system
 Easy access to fire vehicles
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44. Hazard Indicating Label (NFPA) on
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45. Hazard Indicating Label (NFPA)
on Tanks 45

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47. General Guideline
 Take inventory of hazardous chemicals
 The instructions on the warning labels and Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) should be read & understand properly.
 Ensure that user should receive effective training
 Ensure ready availability of emergency equipment in working
order.
 Develop Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)
 Competent and experienced persons for safe operation of
hazardous process plants
 Operation by suitable work permit.
 Use the required PPEs
 Review the process
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48. 48Material Safety Data SheetMaterial Safety Data Sheet
((M.S.D.S.)M.S.D.S.)
M.S.D.S. Provides :-M.S.D.S. Provides :-
 Chemical Identity.Chemical Identity.
 Physical Properties.Physical Properties.
 Chemical Properties.Chemical Properties.
 Toxicity Data.Toxicity Data.
 Flammability Data.Flammability Data.
 Incompatibility.Incompatibility.
 Reactivity Data.Reactivity Data.
 Handling Precautions.Handling Precautions.
 First Aid Measures.First Aid Measures.
 Antidotes.Antidotes.

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 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CHEMICAL NAMECHEMICAL NAME : DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE: DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE
C.A.S. NoC.A.S. No : 5954507: 5954507
UN NoUN No : 2265: 2265
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1.1. CHEMICAL IDENTITY :CHEMICAL IDENTITY :
Chemical NameChemical Name : DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE: DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE
SynonymsSynonyms : N-FORMYLDIMETHYLAMINE: N-FORMYLDIMETHYLAMINE
Trade NameTrade Name : DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE: DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE
FormulaFormula : C3H7NO: C3H7NO C.A.S. No 5954507C.A.S. No 5954507 UN No 2265UN No 2265
Regulated Identification| Shiping name : DIMETHYL FORMAMIDERegulated Identification| Shiping name : DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE
| Hazchem code : 2PE| Hazchem code : 2PE
|Code/ Label|Code/ Label : Flammable liquid: Flammable liquid Class - 3Class - 3
| Hazardous Waste ID No:| Hazardous Waste ID No: 55
Hazardous IngredientsHazardous Ingredients : 1. DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE: 1. DIMETHYL FORMAMIDE
C.A.S. NoC.A.S. No : 5954507: 5954507
2.2. PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL DATAPHYSICAL/CHEMICAL DATA
Boiling PtBoiling Pt : 152.8 0 C: 152.8 0 C Physical statePhysical state : Liquid: Liquid
AppearanceAppearance : Colourless: Colourless Melting/Freezing ptMelting/Freezing pt : -610 C: -610 C
Vapour Pr. (mm Hg)Vapour Pr. (mm Hg) : 3.7 mm @ 25 0 C: 3.7 mm @ 25 0 C Specific GravitySpecific Gravity : 0.9445 @ 250 C: 0.9445 @ 250 C
Vapour DensityVapour Density : 2.51: 2.51 (Water = 1)(Water = 1)
(Air = 1)(Air = 1) pHpH : Slightly Acidic.Solubility in water: Soluble: Slightly Acidic.Solubility in water: Soluble
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3.3. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATAFIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FlammabilityFlammability : Yes: Yes LELLEL : 2.2 %: 2.2 %
Flash pointFlash point : Not available.: Not available. UELUEL ::
15.2 %15.2 %
Autoignition Temp.Autoignition Temp. : 833 0 C: 833 0 C
Explosion sensitivity to impactExplosion sensitivity to impact : Stable.: Stable.
Explosion sensitivity to static electricityExplosion sensitivity to static electricity : Not available.: Not available.
Hazardous combustion productHazardous combustion product : Not known.: Not known.
Hazardous polymerisationHazardous polymerisation : Will not occur.: Will not occur.
Combustible liquidCombustible liquid : Yes: Yes Flammable materialFlammable material : Yes: Yes
Explosive materialExplosive material : No: No Corrosive materialCorrosive material : No: No
OxidiserOxidiser : No: No Pyrophoric materialPyrophoric material : No: No
Inorganic materialInorganic material : No: No
4.4. REACTIVITY DATA.REACTIVITY DATA.
Chemical StabilityChemical Stability : Stable: Stable
IncompatibilityIncompatibility :Strong oxidisers, Halogenated hydrocarbons, CCl4,C6Cl6,:Strong oxidisers, Halogenated hydrocarbons, CCl4,C6Cl6,
with other materialwith other material Organic nitrates, P2O3, Cr2O3, Al(C2H5)3Organic nitrates, P2O3, Cr2O3, Al(C2H5)3
ReactivityReactivity : Can react vigorously: Can react vigorously with oxidising materials andwith oxidising materials and hydrocarbons.hydrocarbons.
Hazardous ReactionHazardous Reaction : Not available.: Not available.
Product.Product. ::
HEALTH HAZARD DATAHEALTH HAZARD DATA
Routs of EntryRouts of Entry : Inhalation, Ingestion, eye and skin.: Inhalation, Ingestion, eye and skin.
Effects ofEffects of : Inhalation at high concentration causes nose and throat: Inhalation at high concentration causes nose and throat
Exposure/Symptoms irritation. Eye and skin irritation on exposure.Exposure/Symptoms irritation. Eye and skin irritation on exposure.
Emergency TreatmentEmergency Treatment : Remove the victim to the fresh air area, if breathing has: Remove the victim to the fresh air area, if breathing has
stopped, administer artificial respiration and oxygen ifstopped, administer artificial respiration and oxygen if necessary. Keep the victim warmnecessary. Keep the victim warm
and quiet. Do not give stimulants. Eyes: Flush thoroughly with plenty of water for 15 mins.and quiet. Do not give stimulants. Eyes: Flush thoroughly with plenty of water for 15 mins.
Skin: Remove the contaminated clothing immediately and flush the affected area with largeSkin: Remove the contaminated clothing immediately and flush the affected area with large
amount of water. Seek medical aidamount of water. Seek medical aid

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LD 50 (Oral-Rat)LD 50 (Oral-Rat) : 2800 mg/kg: 2800 mg/kg STELSTEL : Not listed: Not listed
TLV (ACGIH)TLV (ACGIH) : 10 PPM: 10 PPM Odour Threshold : Not listedOdour Threshold : Not listed ________________________
6.6. PREVENTIVE MEASURESPREVENTIVE MEASURES : Avoid contact with liquid and vapours.: Avoid contact with liquid and vapours.
Personal Protective Equipment : Provide moulded rubber acid resistant hand gloves, apron, shoes, face shield.Personal Protective Equipment : Provide moulded rubber acid resistant hand gloves, apron, shoes, face shield.
Handling and StorageHandling and Storage : Keep the chemicals away from heat, flame, oxidising Material: Keep the chemicals away from heat, flame, oxidising Material
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7.7. EMERGENCY / FIRST AID MEASURESEMERGENCY / FIRST AID MEASURES
FIREFIRE || Fire extinguishingFire extinguishing : CO2, Dry Chemical Powder, Foam: CO2, Dry Chemical Powder, Foam
Media.Media.
|| Special ProceduresSpecial Procedures: Keep the container cool by spraying water. If: Keep the container cool by spraying water. If
exposed to heat or flame.exposed to heat or flame.
EXPOSUREEXPOSURE || First Aid MeasuresFirst Aid Measures: Remove the victim to the fresh air area, if breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration and: Remove the victim to the fresh air area, if breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration and
oxygen if necessary. Keep the victim warm and quiet. Do not give stimulants. Eyes: Flush thoroughly with plenty of water foroxygen if necessary. Keep the victim warm and quiet. Do not give stimulants. Eyes: Flush thoroughly with plenty of water for
15 mins. Skin: Remove the contaminated clothing immediately and flush the affected area with15 mins. Skin: Remove the contaminated clothing immediately and flush the affected area with large amount of water. Seeklarge amount of water. Seek
medical aid.medical aid.
||Antidotes/Dosages:Antidotes/Dosages: Not available.Not available.
SPILLSSPILLS || Steps to be taken :Steps to be taken : Shut of leaks if without risk. Contain the liquid on sand or earth.Shut of leaks if without risk. Contain the liquid on sand or earth.
|| Waste DisposalWaste Disposal : Seal all waste in vapour tight plastic bags for Methods eventual disposal.: Seal all waste in vapour tight plastic bags for Methods eventual disposal.
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8.8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / REFERENCESADDITIONAL INFORMATION / REFERENCES
Nothing special in addition to above given.Nothing special in addition to above given.
99 MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS DATAMANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS DATA
NAME OF FIRM Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilisers Ltd., Trombay Unit Mumbai 400074NAME OF FIRM Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilisers Ltd., Trombay Unit Mumbai 400074
Tele No. 25522222 / 25522265 . FAX 25522235Tele No. 25522222 / 25522265 . FAX 25522235
10 DISCLAIMER10 DISCLAIMER
Information contained in this material data sheet is believed to be reliable, but no representation, guarantee or warranties of any kind areInformation contained in this material data sheet is believed to be reliable, but no representation, guarantee or warranties of any kind are
made as to its accuracy, suitability for a particular application or results to be obtained from them. It is upto the manufacturer/seller tomade as to its accuracy, suitability for a particular application or results to be obtained from them. It is upto the manufacturer/seller to
ensure that the information contained in the safety data sheet is relevant to the product manufactured/handled or sold by him as the caseensure that the information contained in the safety data sheet is relevant to the product manufactured/handled or sold by him as the case
may be. I.C.M.A. makes no warranties expressed or implied in respect of the adequacy of this document for any particular purposemay be. I.C.M.A. makes no warranties expressed or implied in respect of the adequacy of this document for any particular purpose

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