Title: Use personal protective equipment (PPE) taking necessary precautions with hazardous operations and materials in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Course: Auto Body Technology I (20117-I) > Section: Safety Precaution

Use should include the following:

- Identifying government agencies regulating the auto body repair industry
- Practicing general safety rules
- Demonstrating fire emergency procedures, including proper use of fire protection equipment
- Using chemicals safely
- Identifying environmental effects of chemicals
- Using proper chemical disposal techniques
- Explaining and discussing information on safety data sheets (SDS)
- Identifying toxic substances and considerations in handling them
- Using electrical safety procedures (including those related to the air bag and battery)
- Identifying safe under-hood practices

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can mishandling hazardous materials affect safety?
- What effect can hazardous materials have on the environment?
- Why are proper disposal procedures important to an auto body business owner?