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Case Study: Eastern State Marine

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My company, Eastern State Marine, has a contract to buy and use newly developed paint and rust remover from Virginia Allied Chemical. The rust and paint remover are chemical hazard. Chemical hazards can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin or both, and usually come in the form of mists, vapors, gases, dusts, and fumes (Goetsch 365). As a Human Resources Specialist I need to assess the risks in the workplace and implement and maintain effective control measures (HSE). My first step would be to fill out a safety data sheet and allow employees to view it. By filling this out, I will be able to properly identify the chemical and understand how harmful or toxic it could be. Once I understand how hazardous or toxic the chemical is, then I

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