Fuel blending or other methods for reusing oil or other chemicals can create a variety of hazards. The chemicals that are being reused may pose exposure hazards directly, or reactions between mixed chemicals may create new hazards, including the possibility of respiratory hazards and even fires or explosions.

Hazards and Precautions

• Collection
  
  
• Forklifts
  
  
• Hazardous Chemicals – chemicals that are being process to be reused may have a variety of hazardous properties – including corrosive agents such as acids and alkaline materials and respiratory hazards.
  
  
• Fire/Explosions
  
  
• Heavy Metals
  
  
• Electrical Hazards
  
  
• Slips, Trips and Falls
  • OSHA’s Walking/Working Surfaces Safety and Health Topics Page