Household Chemical Safety
A home chemical emergency arises when chemicals are used improperly. Some chemicals that are safe, and even helpful in small amounts, can be harmful in larger quantities or under certain conditions. The most common home chemical emergencies involve small children eating medicines. Experts in the field of chemical manufacturing suggest taking hazardous materials out of sight could eliminate up to 75 percent of all poisoning of small children.
This course is designed to educate people of the risks and hazards of using household chemicals. This course covers the different types of chemicals commonly found in a home and how to protect yourself from being over-exposed to them. There are no formal training requirements for this topic. Upon completion of the learning event, the learner will have been presented with information detailing common household chemical hazards and their related safe handling and storage recommendations.
Relevant Standards: None
- Linear Duration/min: 00:15:15
- Complexity/Difficulty: Level I (very easy)
- Interactivity: Level II
- Prerequisites: None
Target Audience
: This course is intended for everyone.
Competencies:
To successfully complete this course, the Learner will demonstrate the ability to:
- OGS 5.1.0 Identify the course’s objectives 02:07
- OGS 5.2.0 Identify common household chemicals and their hazards 02:29
- OGS 5.3.0 Identify EPA-recommended safe use, storage and disposal practices 04:20
