a) Storing
hazardous substances: Hazardous substances must be stored in an inseparable
locked cupboard or room. It must be stored in cool and dry place and away from
heat and fire. All of the substances must be individually labelled.
b) Using
hazardous substances: Hazardous substances must be used for the intended
purpose. If it needs to be diluted with water then we must follow manufacturer
exact dilution ratio. One hazardous substance must not be mixed with other
chemical substances. Restrict or reduce public accesses into the area where
hazardous substances are used. Use signpost to inform about hazardous
substances presence in the area.
c) Disposing
of hazardous substances: Hazardous substances must be disposed according to
instruction. It must be disposed in designated place. It must not be mixed
with other wastes. There are also colour coded waste bins and bags for us to manage
general, clinical and offensive waste. Any hazardous substances must not be
drained in the kitchen or bathroom sink.
