Hazard Communication Training

Welcome Please Sign In One set for each group: SDS for all chemicals we use Pictogram Guide SDS Information Guide Copy of Company Hazard Communication Program

Introductions Names Experience working with chemicals?

Learning Objectives Understand the general requirements of the Hazard Communication Standards Understand how to locate, read, and understand labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Understand the hazards chemicals present in the workplace and how to protect yourself Understand how our company’s Hazard Communication Program works and where you can access it

Learning Objective 1: Understand the general requirements of the Hazard Communication Standards

What is the Hazard Communication Standard? • A system which ensures that chemical manufacturers, distributors, employers, and workers all have standardized, up-to-date information on the hazardous chemicals we use • Employers will use a Hazard Communication Program to make sure employees understand risks of chemicals in the workplace Allows us to prevent harmful exposure to chemicals we use

Why is the hazard communication standard important? You have a right to know what you are being exposed to in the workplace If workers and employers understand the risks of chemicals, we can reduce exposure-related illnesses Has anyone ever been in a situation where they were told to use a chemical in the workplace without training or warning on its potential hazards? How did it make you feel? What happened? What are the potential dangers of that situation? Since the Hazard Communication Standard was introduced in 1983, acute illnesses and injuries due to chemical exposures in the workplace has decreased 42% (Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Why are we doing training now? Labels and SDSs are changing MSDS is now SDS Labelling requirements have changed So you can understand the new, standardized of labels on hazardous materials and hazard communication process policy adopted by all chemical manufacturers, distributors, importers, employers and workers OSHA Regulations 

Who needs to comply with the new HCS program? Chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors Employers Employees

What are the responsibilities of chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors? • Communicate the hazards of their products using a set of specific labels, safety data sheets (SDS), and recommending safety measures for end users. • Must ensure that the containers of these hazardous chemicals are labeled when shipped, and that customers, like our company, not only receive SDSs upon purchase, but also as they are updated

What are the responsibilities of Employers? • Have a written hazard communication program • Have a list of the hazardous chemicals used in the workplace • Ensure containers are labelled • Make sure Safety Data Sheets are maintained for hazardous chemicals • Train workers on the Hazard Communication Program elements, and how to protect themselves against overexposure in the workplace

What are the responsibilities of Employees? • Understand the general requirements of the Hazard Communication Standards • Understand how to locate, read, and understand labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) • Understand the hazards chemicals present in the workplace and how to protect yourself • Understand how our company’s Hazard Communication Program works and where you can access it

Quiz your partner … What are the main responsibilities of chemical manufacturers? Why are the new standards good for employees and employers? What are employer responsibilities? What are two pieces of written information we have to provide employees?

Program overview

Learning Objective 2: how to locate, read, and understand labels and Safety Data Sheets

Reading & understanding Labels Why do we need training on how to read a label? HazCom 2012 regulations have significantly changed labelling requirements Labels are now more standardized and easier to understand Snapshot of hazards and protective information Summary What is the role of labels in the workplace? Summary of information on SDS Where can I find labels? Labels must be on the immediate container of every hazardous chemical

What information is required on labels? Label Elements Product Identifier Signal Word Hazard Statement Pictogram(s) Precautionary Statement(s) Name, address, and phone number of responsible party

Label element: Product Identifier Any chemical, common, or trade name that the chemical manufacturer or importer uses on the label Must also appear on the SDS

Label element: Signal Word “Signal word” means a word used to indicate the relative level of severity of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard The signal words used in this section are “danger” and “warning.” “Danger” is used for more severe hazards “Warning” is used for less severe hazards

Label element: Hazard Statement “Hazard statement” means a statement assigned to a hazard class and category that describes the nature of the hazard(s) of a chemical, including, where appropriate, the degree of hazard Example: Fatal if swallowed (Acute Oral Toxicity) Harmful  Toxic  Fatal

Label element: PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT “Precautionary statement” means a phrase that describes recommended measures that should be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous chemical, or improper storage or handling Example: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product Example: Keep container tightly closed

Label element: Pictogram “Pictogram” means a composition that may include a symbol plus other graphic elements, such as a border, background pattern, or color, that is intended to convey specific information about the hazards of a chemical Any pictogram in a red diamond frame means the product is hazardous Eight pictograms are designated under this standard for application to a hazard category

Label element: Pictogram

Reading & understanding Safety Data sheets (sds) Where are the SDSs located? Hard copies will be kept on every job site, in the job binder. Digital copies will be posted on the Company Website / Employee Portal http://www.lexicomwireless.com Are updated periodically in both locations

What information is on the SDS? Identification Hazard Identification Composition / information on ingredients First aid Firefighting Accidental release measures Handling and storage Exposure Control / Personal Protection Physical and Chemical properties Stability and reactivity Toxicological Information Ecological Information Disposal Considerations Transport Information Regulatory Information Other information Which are the most important to us? Relevant info is at the beginning 12-16 are optional

Reading safety data sheets

Section 1: identification

Section 2: hazard identification

Section 3: composition / information on ingredients

Section 4: first aid

Section 5: firefighting measures

Section 6: accidental release measures

Section 7: handling and storage

Section 8: exposure controls / personal protection

Section 9: physical & chemical properties

Section 10: stability and reactivity

Section 11: toxicological information

Section 12: ecological information

Section 13: disposal considerations

Section 14: transport information

Section 15: regulatory information

Section 16: other information

Learning Objective 3: Understand the hazards present in the workplace & how to protect yourself

What chemicals do we use? Simple Green No-Ox PVC Cement Cadweld Cold Galv Spray Paint

simple green What are the hazards? When do we use it? Section 4: upset stomach Section 7: Ventilation and heat Section 8: PPE When do we use it? Cleaning the shelter Ventilation How do you protect Yourself? Fresh air

no-ox What are the hazards? When do we use it? Section 4: skin irritation; do not ingest or put in your eyes. Section 8: Safety goggles, gloves, wash hands When do we use it? Electrical work How do you protect Yourself? Use eye protection and gloves. Wash your hands after use and before eating, drinking, smoking

pvc cement What are the hazards? When do we use it? Electrical Conduit How do you protect Yourself? Ventilation Rubber gloves Keep away from flames

cadweld What are the hazards? When do we use it? Section 3: burns Section 4: protect eyes and skin Section 6: Ventilation, eye protection, respirators Section 7: use as directed; store in a clean dry and secure location. Section 11: what dangers does this present to users’ health? When do we use it? Electrical Conduit How do you protect Yourself? Ventilation Rubber gloves Keep away from flames

cold galvanizing compound What are the hazards? Section 3: inhalation, eyes, skin, ingestion Section 4: No ingestion Section 5: flammable!! Do not puncture. Use fire extinguisher. Section 6: Contain spilled liquid with sand or earth – not combustible material When do we use it? Treating exposed metal How do you protect Yourself? Ventilation Rubber gloves Keep away from flames

Spray paint What are the hazards? When do we use it? Section 3: inhalation, eyes, skin, ingestion Section 4: No ingestion Section 5: flammable!! Do not puncture. Use fire extinguisher. Section 6: Contain spilled liquid with sand or earth – not combustible material When do we use it? Painting equipment How do you protect Yourself? Ventilation Rubber gloves Keep away from flames

Learning Objective 4 understand how our Hazard communication program works & where you can access it

How does it work?

Assign responsibility Natasha Smith n.smith@lexicomwireless.com (971) 219 3405

Where can you access it? SDSs On Job Site in Job binder On Website / Employee Portal Updated as soon as we use new chemicals Contact me if you see new chemicals being used that we don’t have an SDS for Labels Originals on shipping containers Contact me if they aren’t up to date, are missing, etc. Written Hazard Communication Program  

References OSHA. “Hazard Communication: Small Entity Compliance Guide for Employers that Use Hazardous Chemicals” 2012. OSHA.com. Web. 15 May 2014