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Chlorine has a huge variety of uses. Its chemical properties make it an extremely effective disinfectant and an essential component in the chemical manufacture of literally thousands of vital products used every day. However, there are some hazards associated with chlorine and you need to know about them and how to protect yourself against them. This course presents information about the hazards of chlorine and how to handle it safely. Read more

Clean agent fire systems put out fires in areas where water, foam or residues could damage sensitive or important equipment, such as electronics. The gases that these systems use harm people who are overexposed to them. Take this course to learn more about clean agent fire systems, how they work, their hazards, and what to do when they are about to or have already discharged. This course is ideal for all employees, supervisors and managers who work where clean agent fire systems are present. Read more

Spills in the workplace are almost inevitable. Because of the range and quantity of substances used in laboratories, manufacturing facilities and other work areas, preplanning is needed to respond safely to chemical spills. Spills should be cleaned up only by knowledgeable and experienced staff. This training will provide the information needed to handle small chemical spills in the workplace. Ideal learners are those who work around chemicals. Read more

Los derrames en el lugar de trabajo son casi inevitables. Debido a la gama y la calidad de las sustancias que se usan en laboratorios, fábricas y otras áreas de trabajo, la planificación previa es necesaria para responder de manera segura ante derrames químicos. Solo personal con conocimiento y experiencia debería limpiar los derrames. Esta capacitación proporcionará la información necesaria para manejar derrames químicos pequeños en el lugar de trabajo. Los estudiantes idóneos son quienes trabajan cerca de productos químicos. Read more

Cold stress is the loss of body heat to the environment. Low temperature, wind and wetness have a combined effect on the body to create cold stress, injuries and illness. Cold-related disorders such as hypothermia and frostbite can kill or injure workers. Employers and employees should be aware of cold stress hazards, cold-related disorders and how to treat and prevent them. Ideal learners are employees who may be exposed to cold temperatures. Read more

Le stress dû au froid est la perte de chaleur corporelle dans l’environnement. Une basse température, le vent et l’humidité combinent leurs effets sur le corps pour créer du stress, des blessures et la maladie. Les désordres liés au froid, comme l’hypothermie et les engelures, peuvent tuer ou blesser les travailleurs. Les employeurs et les employés doivent être conscients des dangers du stress dû au froid et des désordres liés au froid, et de la manière de les traiter et de les prévenir. Les participants idéals sont les employés qui peuvent être exposés à de basses températures. Read more