Working Safely with Corrosives

Course description

Corrosives are hazardous chemicals that can cause serious health problems if you fail to take proper precautions. Corrosives can also be a safety hazards. Some are flammable, and others can cause explosive reactions. Strong corrosives can react with all kinds of materials—even metal. All corrosives share a common chemical property: They degrade other materials due to their aggressive nature. To prevent accidents and injuries, you need to know how to work safely with corrosives.

Course Duration: 29 min

Learning objectives:

At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
  • Identify corrosive hazards
  • Describe health and safety information for hazard protection
  • Select appropriate personal protective equipment, or PPE
  • Store, handle, and dispense corrosives safely
  • Respond effectively to emergencies involving corrosives
  • Dispose of corrosive waste properly

Associated libraries

This course is included in the following libraries. Click on any library name to learn more.
All-Access: EH&S (English)
Environmental Compliance