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

2. 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”

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

4. 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

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

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

7. 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.

8. 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).

9. 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.

10. 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”

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

13. 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.

14. 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).

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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.

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

19. 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.