ENV K 220 - Hazardous Materials

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Three Rivers

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Description:

Prerequisite: None required; CHE* K111 or CHE* K121 recommended. This course is a study of accident prevention, safety, industrial hygiene and proper procedures for handling hazardous materials. Properties of many industrial reagents and solvents are examined so they can be handled and stored properly. The following specific topics will be covered: Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), labeling, personnel training and records, emergency response program, toxicity routes of entry, storage, ventilation, personal protective equipment, barriers, and spills containment Requirements of OSHA, SPCC, RCRA, and TSCA will be reviewed to provide students with a working knowledge of the regulations. This course meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.120.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.trcc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 886-0177

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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