What HAZARD COMMUNICATION Small Entity Compliance Guide for Employers That Use Hazardous Chemicals requires
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), 29 CFR 1910.1200, addresses the informational needs of employers and workers with regard to chemicals. In 2012, the HCS was modified to align its provisions with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). The standard applies to any chemical which is known to be present in the workplace in such a manner that employees may be exposed under normal conditions of use or in a foreseeable emergency, covering all industries where workers are potentially exposed. It incorporates a downstream flow of information, where chemical manufacturers and importers are required to classify the hazards of the chemicals they produce or import, and to prepare appropriate labels and safety data sheets (SDSs). For employers who use chemicals, the core obligation is to prepare and implement a written hazard communication program. This program must describe how the employer will address labels, SDSs, and employee training. Key requirements include creating and maintaining a list of all hazardous chemicals in the workplace, ensuring all containers are properly labeled, maintaining an SDS for each hazardous chemical, and making these SDSs readily accessible to employees. Furthermore, employers must inform and train employees on the hazardous chemicals in their work area before their initial assignment and whenever new hazards are introduced. The training must cover the requirements of the standard, the hazards of chemicals, appropriate protective measures, and how to obtain additional information.
Pillar: Workplace · Authority: Occupational Safety and Health Administration · Version: 1.0.0 · Last updated:
Primary source: https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/OSHA3695.pdf
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- Paragraph (b)(2): This section applies to any chemical which is known to be present in the workplace in such a manner that employees may be exposed under normal conditions of use or in a foreseeable emergency.
- Paragraph (e): Under the HCS, an employer must prepare and implement a hazard communication program for workers potentially exposed to hazardous chemicals.
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