PLAN FOR CHEMICALS
- Identify sources of toxic industrial chemicals/materials in your unit. If necessary,
request PVNTMED assistance in identifying sources.
Obtain safer chemicals for unit operations, if available.
Observe cautions/warnings posted in technical manuals dealing with solvents
corrosives, and other hazardous materials. (Refer to MSDS that accompany stores
of toxic chemicals/materials.)
ENFORCE INDIVIDUAL PREVENTIVE MEDICINE MEASURES
Ensure that service members—
- Repair engines outside or vent engine exhaust to outside.
- Keep their sleeping quarters ventilated.
- Do not use vehicle engines as heaters.
- Use/maintain onboard ventilation systems.
- Are trained and drilled to self-protect themselves around hydrogen chloride and M8
smoke.
- Maintain bore/gun gas evacuation systems.
- Use “safety” Stoddard solvent.
- Have adequate clean gloves, coveralls, and other protective gear.
- Follow label instructions on chemical containers.
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