7.8 Chemical Management (HazMat)

Electronics manufacturing utilizes solvents (IPA, Acetone), fluxes, adhesives, and coatings that are often flammable or toxic.

7.78.1 ChemicalStorage Management& (HazMat)Segregation

• The "Yellow Cabinet":Flammables: StorageMust rulesbe forstored flammablesin grounded, yellow safety cabinets (IPA,NFPA Flux,30 Conformal Coating)compliant).
• SDSSegregation: Oxidizers (e.g., certain etching chemicals) must never be stored with flammables.
• Dispensing: IPA bottles at workbenches must be self-closing (plunger cans) to minimize evaporation and fire risk. Open cups are prohibited.

7.8.2 Safety Data Sheets):Sheets (SDS)

• Access: TheA digital or physical SDS library ofmust safetybe sheetsavailable forto everyall chemical on site (mandatory for fire inspections).employees.
• Spill Response:Labeling: ProtocolsSecondary forcontainers dealing with(e.g., a fluxsmall bucketsqueeze spillbottle orof flux) must carry a lead-contaminatedlabel wasteidentifying bin.the contents and primary hazard (GHS pictogram).

Final Checklist

Hazard Class	Storage Rule	Handling Rule
Flammables (IPA)	Yellow Cabinet	Plunger Cans Only
Solder Paste (Lead)	Refrigerated / Segregated	Gloves Mandatory (Pb Risk)
Coatings	Ventilated Area	Respirator may be required
Waste	Labelled HazMat Bins	Licensed Disposal Service