Hazard Communication
OSHA Standard Purpose - to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are evaluated, and that information concerning their hazards is transmitted to employers and employees;
Where to find it Written program – In Job trailer List of chemicals – In job trailer Other contractors –Must maintain their SDS’s and list in job trailer Available upon request
Label Requirements - Companies Using Chemical Each container of hazardous chemicals in the workplace is legibly labeled Identity of the hazardous chemical(s) Appropriate hazard warnings Immediate use containers - no label For example, using a cup for touchup paint
Label Example Use the Pointer to show the label elements. 5
Safety Data Sheets – MSDS and SDS MSDS will be used along with SDS until June 1, 2016. Maintained in the workplace for each hazardous chemical which is used Readily accessible during each work shift to employees when they are in their work area(s)
Pictograms These will be used for hazards and allows workers that do not speak English to understand the danger. Memorize the categories (they are relatively simple)