Toxic Waste

List of banned substances:

• Bondo filler

• Polyester Resin

• Oil based spray paint

• Oil based paint

• Oil based stains

• Fiber glass

• Carbon Fiber

Working with Chemicals

Proper information, training, and equipment is essential for all people who work with and are exposed to hazardous chemicals.

Before using chemicals in the shop, it is important to consult the shop supervisor. The shop also has an SDS (Safety Data Sheet) binder for all the common chemicals used in the shop. The SDS binder for the Architecture & Urban Design Shop located on the wall next to the entrance to the back half of the shop. The SDS binder contains a specific SDS for each chemical product in the shop

The SDS can help you find information on the following:

• • • Manufacturer’s name, address and emergency phone #

    • Hazardous Ingredients

    • Physical/Chemical Characteristics

    • Physical/Health Hazard

    • Safe handling tips

    • Tips to clean spills/leaks

    • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) info

    • Exposure symptoms

    • First Aid

All flammable and toxic materials must be stored in the yellow fire cabinet in the back of the shop. DO NOT place your items in a cardboard box. Only plastic or metal containers allowed. Label all items with your

All hazardous materials that are stored in the fire cabinet at the end of the quarter will be disposed of as hazardous waste.