PROJECT

LOCATION
CONDUCTEDBY
DATE

Jeddah South Thermal Power Plant

South Intake & Out fall Channel Offshore Area
Safety Officer/ FM
01/08/2013

Project NO.
ATTENDEES
Time

683 A
Workforce
06:45 Hrs

TOOLBOX TALK
CHEMICALS AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Various hazardous substances are used on this Project and a list of these are available in the SHE
Officers Office.
Accidents can be prevented if you know what the chemicals are, the hazards they pose, and the
precautions to be taken in handling them. If there are any doubts, seek information and instruction
from your Supervisor. Avoid hazards by following the guidelines listed below:

Make sure you have this instruction before you work with any hazardous substance, get the
MSDS.

Always read the label on the container and make sure you understand the information. If there is
no label, do not use the contents.

Do not assume that because two containers look the same, they contain the same material.

Some of the chemicals may be: explosive, flammable, poisonous, irritant or corrosive. A chemical
may have more than one of these hazards. Check for danger symbols on the label before opening
the container.

When opening containers, hold a rag over the cap as some volatile liquids tend to spurt up when
the cap is released.

Always check that you are wearing the correct protection before handling chemicals. Gloves, eye
protection, protective clothing, rubber boots or respirators may be required. All these must be
kept in good order. Check the MSDS.

Explosive chemicals must be treated with great care. Some chemicals become unstable when old,
and explosions can result if these are mishandled. Check the condition of all chemical containers
for indications of leakage or age.

All flammable liquids give off vapours which travel unseen into the air, and are easily ignited by
flames, sparks or just heat alone. Never smoke if there are flammable chemicals
in the
area and know what action to take in the case of a fire.

All chemicals should be regarded as toxic. Poisoning can occur by accidentally swallowing the
chemical when eating, drinking or smoking with contaminated hands. Always wash hands

Carefully after handling chemicals, and do not eat, drink or smoke in the same area as the
chemicals.

Some chemicals can be absorbed through the skin and cause a wide range of diseases. Always use
the right protective equipment and clothing and apply barrier creams if solvents are being
handled.

Some chemicals are poisonous if inhaled. Provide good ventilation, or work in the open air.
Leave the area immediately if you feel dizzy or unwell. Report to your Supervisor.

Corrosive chemicals, like acids and alkalis, destroy the skin. The eyes are particularly vulnerable,
even to fumes. Always wear eye protection, gloves and protective clothing when handling these
chemicals.

Use the smallest quantity of chemicals that are necessary for the particular job.

Eye protection should be worn when chemicals are being moved or transferred on site.

Don't mix or decant chemicals.

If the skin is splashed with a chemical, it should be washed off immediately with clean running
water. Eye injuries should be flushed copiously with water and receive immediate medical
attention - ALWAYS FOLLOW THE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON THE
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.

If you are burned by a chemical or feel unwell after using a chemical, tell your Supervisor and
seek medical attention without delay.

If there is a spillage of chemicals on the ground or floor, report the matter at once to your
Supervisor so that the right action can be taken.

Prepared by,
HSE Team