Hazard Communications Standard HS-105 (R) What Is Hazardous Communications?

New “GHS” Globally Harmonized System Adopted by the UN as a guideline to create a classification standard for all chemicals produced or imported and to ensure that the information related to the hazards of all chemicals used in the workplace is transmitted to employers and employees. “Employees Right To Know”

Any substance or mixture of substances What are Chemicals Any substance or mixture of substances

Chemicals In The Workplace What Chemicals are you going to be working with in your work place? Houses, Offices, Maintenance 33 years to identify 10 Million chemicals 9 months to identify the last 10 million

Effects of Chemicals Immediate / Acute Threat Long Term / Chronic Threat Effect happens quickly Effects happen over time

Methods of Exposure Inhalation Skin Absorption Ingestion Injection Ie. Eyes, mouth, nose, skin!

Hazard Communication Program Employers shall develop, implement, and maintain at each workplace, a written hazard communication program which at least describes the company’s policy for labels and other forms of warning, safety data sheets, and how employee information and training will be conducted.

Agency’s Hazard Communication Program consists of A written policy and procedures that describes how to safely use chemicals in the workplace. The policy discusses and outlines training requirements Covers specifics of the purpose and use of the SDS Binder, Safety Data Sheets and Best Practices Labeling requirements. “Pica” Measures of protection from chemicals (PPE).

Training Employers shall provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area; 1) at the time of their initial assignment (Orientation Training), 2) Annually as a Training Refresher and 3) whenever a new chemical hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area. Information and training should cover categories of hazards or specific chemicals you will be likely come across in your work area. Chemical-specific information must always be available through labels and safety data sheets. (h)(2) Information.  Employees shall be informed of: (h)(2)(i) The requirements of this section; (h)(2)(ii)Any operations in their work area where hazardous chemicals are present; and, (h)(2)(iii) The location and availability of the written hazard communication program, including the required list(s) of hazardous chemicals, and safety data sheets required by this section. (h)(3) Training. Employee training shall include at least: (h)(3)(i) Methods and observations that may be used to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemical in the work area (such as monitoring conducted by the employer, continuous monitoring devices, visual appearance or odor of hazardous chemicals when being released, etc.); (h)(3)(ii) The physical, health, simple asphyxiation, combustible dust and pyrophoric gas hazards, as well as hazards not otherwise classified, of the chemicals in the work area; (h)(3)(iii) The measures employees can take to protect themselves from these hazards, including specific procedures the employer has implemented to protect employees from exposure to hazardous chemicals, such as appropriate work practices, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment to be used; and, (h)(3)(iv) The details of the hazard communication program developed by the employer, including an explanation of the labels received on shipped containers and the workplace labeling system used by their employer; the safety data sheet, including the order of information and how employees can obtain and use the appropriate hazard information.

Individuals with “Pica” Container Labeling ALL CHEMICAL AND SUBSTANCE CONTAINERS IN THE WORKPLACE REQUIRES A CORRECT LABEL. PREFERRABLEY THE LABEL PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER Individuals with “Pica”

CONTAINER LABELS Product Identifier (Name) Signal Word Hazard Statement Pictogram Precautionary Statement Manufacturer Identifier & Contact Information

Definitions Product ID (Name) Signal word: Indicates the relative hazard of exposure: Danger - Severe, Warning - Less Severe Precautionary Statement: A phrase recommending procedures for avoiding adverse effects of exposure.

Definitions Hazard Class: The nature of a physical or health hazard e.g. flammable liquid, flammable solid, corrosive, etc. Hazard Category: The level of severity of a physical or health hazard. Hazard Statement: Describes the nature, by class, of hazardous chemicals, and the degree of the hazard (where appropriate).

Hazard Communication Standard Pictogram As of June 1, 2015, the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) will require pictograms on labels to alert users of the chemical hazards to which they may be exposed. Each pictogram consists of a symbol on a white background framed within a red border and represents a distinct hazard(s). The pictogram on the label is determined by the chemical hazard classification. Hazard Communication Standard Pictogram

Safety Data Sheets SDS is a detailed informational bulletin prepared by the manufacturer of the chemical. Must be obtained prior to use of chemical GHS requires SDS to be in a “Universal Format” SDS Binder Clearly Marked / Visible. Inventory of chemicals kept in front of binder, preferably in alphabetical order. Inventory done yearly on a minimum basis Old SDS must be maintained for 30 years beyond potential exposure

STANDARD “SDS” Format (16 Items) Identification Physical and chemical properties Hazard(s) identification Stability and reactivity Composition/information on ingredients Toxicological information Emergency and First-aid measures Ecological information Fire-fighting measures Disposal considerations Accidental release measures Transport information Precautions for Handling and Storage Regulatory information Exposure controls/personal protection Other information, including date of preparation or last revision.

Personal Protective Equipment Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for recommended PPE. If it’s recommended, wear it

Summary Chemicals are very useful, but can be quite hazardous. All containers must have a label For each chemical in the work place you must have a Safety Data Sheet. Refer to the SDS for PPE requirements.