Identifying
and Controlling Hazards
Course 101
Safety Certified Supervisor Series
MODULE TWO: HAZARD CATEGORIES
Four Cause Categories (MEEE)
1. Safety Management System
(SMS)
2. Employee Performance
3. Equipment (continued)
Hazardous
Materials (continued)
Solvents
Acids and Alkalis.
Metals.
Gases.
Plastics and Resins.
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs).
Fiberglass and Asbestos.
Solids.
Gases.
Gases like hydrogen sulfide, methane, etc. Gas may be extremely hazardous if leaked into the atmosphere.
Employees should know the signs and symptoms related to hazardous gases in the workplace.