Lubricant Handling Guidelines for Employers

According to Lubrication for Industry by Kenneth E. Bannister, the following guidelines should be followed when handling and disposing of lubricants:
1) Wear goggles and viton/butyl rubber gloves whenever pouring or handling lubricants.
2) use a respirator if pouring or handling lubricants in a confined or poorly ventilated space for prolonged periods of time.
3) Store used lubricants in proper containers and avoid mixing them with volatile or hazardous liquids.Such mixing will increase disposal expenses.
4) Locate a reputable, licensed carrier to dispose of used lubricants.
5) Post MSDS sheets regarding any special lubricant handling instructions.
6) Wash hands before handling food.
7) Create a spill action plan.
8) Never use a dispensing pump for different products unless it is thoroughly cleaned and purged between uses.
9) Never pour used lubricants directly into the sewer or ground.
10) Never siphon lubricants by mouth.