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The Cytotoxic Substances – Safe Handling and Management Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Spillage
- Inhalation
- 2. Transporting
- Container breakage
- Accidental exposure to the public
- 3. Receiving
- Incorrect labelling
- Damage during transport
- 4. Storage
- Incompatible storage
- Leaks
- 5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Selection
- Incorrect PPE usage
- Faulty PPE
- 6. Mixing Solutions
- Splashing
- Vapour release
- 7. Administering Substances
- Needle stick injuries
- Aerosolization
- 8. Cleaning Spills
- Contact with skin or eyes
- Inadequate spill kit
- 9. Decontaminating Surfaces
- Ineffective cleaning agents
- Improper technique
- 10. Handling Waste
- Cross-contamination
- Puncture of waste containers
- 11. Disposal of Containers
- Leakage
- Unsafe disposal methods
- 12. Emergency Procedures
- Delayed response
- Lack of access to emergency equipment
- 13. Washing Hands
- Dermatitis
- Insufficient washing techniques
- 14. Ventilation Check
- Faulty ventilation system
- Poor air quality
- 15. Maintenance of Equipment
- Malfunction
- Contamination
- 16. Training
- Incomplete understanding
- Non-compliance
- 17. Audits and Inspections
- Missed hazards
- Non-compliance with procedures
- 18. Record Keeping
- Inaccurate records
- Loss of data
- 19. Communication
- Miscommunication
- Failure to report incidents
- 20. Review and Update SWMS
- Out-of-date procedures
- Non-adherence to updates