Diisocyanates T 037 - Maintenance and repair with possible diisocyanate contact

Benefit

• You will receive training on the safe use of diisocyanates. 
• With this training, you meet the requirements of the REACH regulation. 
• You stay up to date.

Contents

Basic training on diisocyanates

• Definition and chemistry of diisocyanates
• Product labels and safety data sheets
• Operating instructions
• Hazards in handling diisocyanates
• Exposure
• Sensitization
• Personal protective equipment
• Hygiene
• Risks and applications
• Behavior and safety
• Emergency response
• Change Management
• Disposal of packaging
• Safety instructions
• National regulations and codes

Specific topics

Maintenance and repair with possible diisocyanate contact

• Special risks: spraying outside a spray booth
• Maintenance and repair 
• Industrial application
• Preventive / regular maintenance and inspection
• Documentation of maintenance
• Permission to work safely
• Maintenance in case of malfunction
• Special risks in case of unplanned maintenance or intervention
• Hazards due to additional sources of danger

Handling of hot or warm chemical formulations (≥ 40°C).

• Risks
• Local venting
• Personal protective equipment
• Cross-contamination
• Safe behavior in the workplace
• Emergency procedures
• Safety instructions
• Maintenance and repair
• Change Management

Cleaning and waste

• Risks related to the process
• Special risks: Spraying outside a spray booth
• Removal of spilled liquids
• Personal protective equipment for cleaning
• Case studies for cleaning and waste
• Emergency procedures
• First aid in case of contact with diisocyanates
• Decontamination of drums and IBCs

Target group

For persons who use diisocyanates for industrial and commercial purposes or who supervise these tasks.

Completion

After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate from the TÜV Rheinland Academy as proof of your expertise to employers and authorities.

Notes

• To select the right module for the Diisocyanates training (e-learning), we recommend that you consult your safety expert for diisocyanates in advance.
• With this module you fulfill the training obligation according to the REACH regulation.
• Every five years you have to be trained again, for the first time until August 24, 2023.
• You can also qualify as a "Safety Expert for Diisocyanates (TÜV)" and thus obtain the qualification to independently conduct training courses on the safe handling of diisocyanates. 
• This module has been developed jointly with ISOPA and ALIPA.