16.2 Cleaning Chemicals

Purpose

To establish policy on the use of cleaning agents and chemicals.

Policy

All students and college employees working with cleaning agents shall be properly briefed on the safety precautions associated with the chemicals in use. Each employee shall be responsible for understanding the nature and precautions of the chemicals they are using.

Any questions regarding the chemicals or safety equipment used should be directed to the housekeeping manager. Information regarding the chemicals is available for reading and review by all personnel using chemicals.

Individuals using chemicals and cleaning agents shall use the proper safety equipment―including eye protection, gloves, coveralls, breathing filters, etc. Safety equipment will be made available by the college. Employees should not use chemicals without the proper safety protective equipment.

Employees with any health situations (e.g., asthma, breathing conditions, allergies, infections, etc.) which may be aggravated or worsened by working with cleaning agents or chemicals should immediately inform their supervisor and use or be exposed to such chemicals until cleared by proper medical authorities.