Hazardous Substances
In the workplace there will be, at any time, a
significant number of products or processes which involve hazardous
substances. Examples include cleaning agents (bleach, scouring
powders), solvents (Thinners), adhesives (Spraymount, Evo-Stik),
biological agents (laboratory samples), fumes, smoke and
vapours.
All areas of work within the BBC whether it be
cleaning the lavatories or demonstrations on Crimewatch may
potentially expose their staff. Hazardous
substances may cause harm and so must be controlled if they are
being used.
There are no circumstances or situations where
the BBC can require its staff or others not in its employment to be
exposed to the hazardous substances.
Key Points
- Where possible use non hazardous material.
- Staff must not work with a hazardous substance unless they understand the risks of the work and follow the required precautions and control measures.
- Staff must not introduce hazardous substances without authorisation.
- All staff must dispose of any hazardous material in the appropriate, specified and legal way.
- Substances must be stored safely and where they cannot be accessed by unauthorised persons.
- All staff must tell their manager or BBC Safety if they suffer ill-effects, including irritation due to work involving substance exposure.
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