The Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) at my work is being relocated to the intranet system. There are
instructions on where to find and interpret labels (ie product identifier and
hazard statement) on product containers. I could not pull information for a
specific product or chemical at this time. The chemical acetone is being used
as example but not much information is given.
Acetone is an organic peroxide. We use
acetone to remove nail polishes on patients going to surgery. I use gloves
to protect my skin, sensing that it has a very strong chemical odor. I don’t
have the health risk information about this chemical and have not been given
training or education about acetone at work.
According to ToxNet, acetone at high concentration
can cause CNS depression, cardiorespiratory failure and death. It can be toxic
in children. More severe transient effects (including vomiting and fainting)
were reported for workers exposed to acetone vapor concentration for about four
hours. Acute exposures to acetone have been reported to alter neurobehavioral
performances in human. It is not classifiable human carcinogen based on lack of
data.
I found that the MSDS sheets did not give as much information as I thought. I think Toxnet has more thorough information on chemicals
ReplyDeleteMy job uses the intranet as well. It helps you search for different topics needed for you job. I have to agree with Ashley, I didn't find the MSDS sheet very helpful, it had the minimum amount of information.
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