Visual and Performing Arts Safety
Visual and Performing Arts Safety
The following information is provided to all Visual and Performing Arts
faculty, administrative staff, and students to provide a safe working
environment:
1. Know your materials.
a. Review Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
for compatibilities, hazards, and routes of entry prior to material usage.
b. Obtain an MSDS from your supervisor or from
the Chemical Safety Officer, Frank Abell, X7280.
2. Know the Process
a. Know your tools.
b. Know process chemistries either from
instructor or written process.
3. Prepare for emergencies
a. Know emergency phone numbers X7575
(University Police).
b. Know location of emergency eyewash and
shower.
c. Know power disconnects.
d. Do not block emergency equipment or
emergency egress.
e. Know where your emergency equipment is
located (first aid kits, fire extinguishers).
4. Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
a. Obtain PPE from the Chemical Safety Officer
X7280.
5. Work Safely
a. Use ventilation when required.
b. Use air handling equipment when required.
c. Manage containers properly (Use proper
labeling, Store incompatibles away from each other, Do not store hazards above
eye level of shortest person).
d. Do not eat or drink while working.
e. Practice ergonomic principles.
f. Do not work alone.
6. Clean up and wash up
a. Do not wash with solvents.
b. Dispose of hazardous wastes properly.
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