Chemical Hazard Risk Analysis

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1. METHODOLOGY Hazard Risk Assessment We used ‘Risk Analysis’ to identify the chemical hazard and risk that can possibly be occurred in Sulfuric Acid Manufacturing Industry. We used this method because it is convenient to identify the severity and the frequency of the hazard from the visual representation (Risk Assessment Matrix). Also, after we completed performing the chemical hazards assessment, we can identify the severity scale from the result and subsequently determine and establish the suitable, appropriate ways to eliminate or lessen the hazards form occurring in the particular industry according to priority. Internet We used Internet to find additional information about this project, specifically for the industry that we have chosen …show more content…

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Given that all employees that face these chemical hazards are trained to understand the specific hazards, trained in safety related work practices, trained in procedural necessities for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as trained to comprehend the relationship between the dangers and conceivable injuries. • Respirators However, there are a few special cases where respirators may be utilised to control the level of exposure. Respirators may be utilised when engineering and work practice controls are not actually plausible such as when such controls are in the procedure of being implemented or when they fall flat to be supplemented. Other than that, keep the surroundings at a lower moisture content to prevent formation of sulphuric acid in the workspace. • Dose Meter A meter that is used to check the amount of exposure to sulphuric substances in the surroundings. • Daily Check-Ups A daily routine at the end of every work shift should be conducted in order to check the level of exposure of the employees after one full work shift and to calculate the remainder of time the employees are able to work as according to the permissible exposure limits (PEL) set by the OSHA standard. …show more content…

From the hazards, we have classified them using the “Risk Analysis” method which helped us to conduct proper prevention controls according to the severity and frequency of the occurrence. After conducting this report, we can now assess these hazards as well as implement appropriate prevention methods for the stated hazards, and also further improvise on these preventative measures in order to improve productivity as according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

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