Manual for Forces Afloat, OPNAVINST 5100.19
(Series), NAVOSH Program Manual, OPNAVINST
5100.23 (Series), and the Environmental and Natural
Resources Program Manual, OPNAVINST 5090.1
(Series).
SUMMARY
In your normal working environment you will be
surrounded by hazardous materials. Whether that
means greases, oils, paints, primers, or cleaners and
detergents, you will be in daily contact with materials
that are hazardous to you. Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDSs) give safety information for materials you use
in doing preventive maintenance. The Hazardous
Material User’s Guide (HMUG) gives general
guidelines for all types of hazardous materials. Many
of these materials have long-lasting consequences that
can effect your health even after many years. The Navy
is making great strides in using less toxic materials for
doing routine maintenance, but there are some
materials in use that will always be hazardous to
humans. Because of this, you should learn all you can
about all of the materials you use. Educate yourself and
your fellow FCs concerning the specific hazardous
materials you use and know the safety precautions,
first-aid procedures, and stowage requirements that are
associated with each type of material.
ANSWERS TO CHAPTER QUESTIONS
A1.
(1) the name of the material, (2) the name and
address of the manufacturer, and (3) the nature of
the hazard, including the target organ affected by
the material.
A2.
Compatibility information, control measures,
safety precautions, health hazards, spill control,
and disposal guidelines for 22 hazardous
material groups.
A3.
Insulators and coolants in electrical equipment.
A4.
A very high voltage and x-ray emissions.
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