The use of chemicals in the surface treatment of materials

Type of item
MS information
Country
Česká republika
Year of publication
2012

Čeština

Description

This 17-page publication provides an overview of different types of chemical and electrochemical surface treatments and summarizes their significance. It informs about dangerous substances used during these activities, types of hazards arising from their use, and suggests appropriate protective measures. Finally, a list of relevant applicable legislation is attached.

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
Occupational Safety Research Institute
Provider name (Original)
Výzkumný ústav bezpečnosti práce
Tasks covered
Applying Surface Coatings
Cleaning or Disinfecting
Electroplating
Handling Chemicals
Removing Coatings
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Other
Hazard - health effects
Other
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Sharps and cuts
Substance Description

Not substance specific

Prevention measures
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 2. Reducing / minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
General information
Guidance
Target group
Employers
OSH consultant
Safety officers
Workers
Workers representatives