1. REVISED HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD INCLUDING GHS REVISIONS1
REVISED Hazard Communication STANDARD Including GHS Revisions
This training session is to provide information to employees who work with hazardous chemicals and substances.
Graphics: OSHA.gov
Photo courtesy of OSHA
Surry Insurance Loss Prevention Services 2013

2. Requirements for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard2
Requirements for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard
OSHA revised its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and published it in the Federal Register in March 2012
Two significant changes contained in the revised standard require the use of new labeling elements and a standardized format for Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), formerly known as, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).
The new label elements and SDS requirements will improve worker understanding of the hazards associated with the chemicals in their workplace.
Requirements for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard
OSHA revised its Hazard Communication Standard to align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.
There are two significant changes a standardized format for Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), formerly known as, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and use of the new label elements and SDS requirements
This will improve worker understanding of the hazards associated with the chemicals in their workplace.

3. Training Requirements3
Training Requirements
Training on the Label Elements
Product identifier: how the hazardous chemical is identified
Signal word: used to indicate the relative level of severity of the hazard
Pictogram: OSHA’s required pictograms
Hazard statement(s): describe the nature of the hazard(s)
Precautionary statement(s): phrase that describes recommended measures to minimize or prevent adverse effects of the chemical
Location of: Name, address and phone number of the chemical manufacturer, distributor, or importer
Training on the format of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Standardized16-section format
Training Requirements
Training on the Label Elements
Product identifier: how the hazardous chemical is identified
Signal word: used to indicate the relative level of severity of the hazard
Pictogram: OSHA’s required pictograms
Hazard statement(s): describe the nature of the hazard(s)
Precautionary statement(s): phrase that describes recommended measures to minimize or prevent adverse effects of the chemical
Location of: Name, address and phone number of the chemical manufacturer, distributor, or importer
Training on the format of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Standardized16-section format

4. Labels: Product Identifier:4
Labels: Product Identifier:
The product identifier is the name and number that allows you to identify the chemical in the container.
Supplier identification must include the name, address, and telephone number for the chemical manufacturer, importer, or other supplier.
The chemical label will include one of two signal words that tell you the relative severity of the hazard presented.
“Danger” is used for the more severe hazards.
“Warning” is used for less severe hazards and is less serious than “Danger.”
Labels: Product Identifier:
The product identifier , allows you to identify the chemical in the container.
It will include Supplier identification -name, address, and telephone number for the chemical manufacturer, importer, or other supplier.
And the chemical label will include one of two signal words that tell you the relative severity of the hazard presented.
“Danger” or “Warning”

5. Labels: Product Identifier:5
Labels: Product Identifier:
Name and number - to identify the chemical
Supplier identification
Signal word
Danger or Warning
Lets take a closer look at the sample label
Upper left (click1) product identifier where you will find the Code or number (418) and the product name (418 Developer)
Next is the (click2) Supplier identification name, address, and telephone number for the chemical manufacturer,
Upper right (click3) is the signal words
“Danger”
“Warning”

6. Labels: Signal Word “DANGER”(more severe hazard)6
Labels: Signal Word
These are words used to indicate the severity of the hazard and alert employees to the potential hazard.
Only 2 signal words will appear:
“DANGER”(more severe hazard)
“WARNING” (less severe hazard)
Not all labels will have a signal word. Some chemicals are not hazardous enough to require that a signal word appear on the label.
Labels: Signal Word
These are words used to indicate the severity of the hazard
“DANGER”(more severe hazard)
“WARNING” (less severe hazard
In the past, there have been several signal words that may have been used to indicate a hazard like caution, warning, danger.
The GHS permits the use of only 2 signal words: “Danger” or “Warning”. Only 1 of the signal words is permitted to appear on the label based on the classification of the chemical.
Not all labels will have a signal word. Some chemicals are not hazardous enough to require that a signal word appear on the label

7. * * * * * * * * * Labels: Pictograms Health Hazards *7
Labels: Pictograms * *
There are 8 pictograms
Health Hazards *
Physical Hazards * * * * * *
Labels: Pictograms:
The new labels will have pictograms
There are 8 pictograms (click1) 3 for Health Hazards (click2) 4 for Physical Hazards (click3) 1 shared with both Health and Physical
There are 3 pictograms specific to health hazards: Exclamation Mark , Health Hazard (silhouette of a person with starburst on the chest) and Skull & Crossbones.
Lets look at the pictogram with a starburst, it could indicate the chemical is a (click4) carcinogen
and the pictogram the exclamation mark could indicate a chemical that can cause (click5) irritant to skin and eyes.
The pictogram that is shared by both physical and/or health hazard is that of a corrosive chemical.
The chemical could be hazardous to health as well damaging to metals.
There are 4 pictograms specific to physical hazards: Exploding Bomb, Flame, Flame Over Circle (oxidizer) and Gas Cylinder. * *

8. Labels: Pictograms Red borders required. No blank pictograms. 8
All pictograms will have red borders
None will be blank pictograms
The following slides will provide more detail related to the pictograms.

9. Labels: Pictograms – Health Hazards9
Labels: Pictograms – Health Hazards
Exclamation Mark
Skull & Crossbones
Pictograms for Health Hazards
These 2 pictograms are specific to acute toxicity (short-term exposure).
The Skull & Crossbones is for any substance that is classified as having acute toxicity in health hazard category 1-3 (the most hazardous )
and the acute toxicity health class, category 4 (least hazardous) is represented by an Exclamation Mark.
If the substance is properly labeled, these 2 pictograms will never appear on the same label.
Acute toxicity (Less Severe):
Irritant
Dermal sensitizer
Acute toxicity (harmful)
Narcotic effects
Respiratory tract irritation
Acute toxicity (Severe)

10. Labels: Pictograms – Health Hazards10
Labels: Pictograms – Health Hazards
Health Hazard
Carcinogen
Respiratory sensitizer
Reproductive toxicity
Target organ toxicity
Mutagenicity
Aspiration Hazard
Pictograms for Health Hazards:
The pictogram to the right is called the “Health Hazard” pictogram and is represented by the starburst across the chest.
This is used to indicate that the substance is a chronic (over time) and could target certain organ or other hazards.

11. Labels: Pictograms – Health Hazards and or Physical Hazards11
Labels: Pictograms – Health Hazards and or Physical Hazards
Corrosive
Pictograms for Health Hazards and or Physical Hazards:
The corrosive pictogram used to designate corrosion to metal, it is the same pictogram used for skin corrosion/serious eye damage/eye irritation under the health hazard classification.
Skin corrosion
Serious eye damage/
Eye irritation
Corrosive to Metals

12. Labels: Pictograms – Physical Hazards12
Labels: Pictograms – Physical Hazards
Flame
Exploding Bomb
Flammables
Self reactive
Pyrophoric
Self heating
Emits flammable gas
Organic peroxides
Pictograms for Physical Hazards:
These pictograms represent physical hazards.
The one on the left Exploding Bomb
The one on right is a Flame one you would see on flammable chemicals
Explosives
Self reactive
Organic peroxides

13. Labels: Pictograms – Physical Hazards13
Labels: Pictograms – Physical Hazards
Flame Over Circle
Gas Cylinder
Pictograms for Physical Hazards:
These pictograms represent physical hazards.
The one on the left Flame Over Circle “Oxidizers”
The one on right Gas Cylinder with Gases under Pressure
Oxidizers
Gases under Pressure
Explosives
Self reactive
Organic peroxides

14. Labels with more than one Pictograms14
Labels with more than one Pictograms
Labels with more than one Pictograms:
Some products could have more that one pictogram for that product..
In this product the pictogram on the left (click 1) indicates that it is Corrosive and could have a Health and or Physical Hazard
Not all health hazards represented by this pictogram are corrosive to metal so it is important to look for additional information on the label and in the SDS
The one in the middle (click2) the Flame over circle is a chemicals that is an Oxidizers that can emit oxygen and increase the risk of fire.
The one on the right (click3) is a Gas Cylinder indicates that this product is gases under pressure
Corrosive
Flame Over Circle
Gas Cylinder

15. Labels: Hazard Statements15
Labels: Hazard Statements
“Hazard statement” - 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.
For example: Harmful if inhaled [for Category 4 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation]
Labels Hazard Statements:
Hazard statement will show the hazard class (with the pictogram) the category (with the signal word) and the nature of the hazard (with the hazard statement)
Lets look at some examples: The first one on the left (click1) has a “Scull &Crossbones”(Health Acute toxicity)
with a signal word (click2) of “Danger”(severe hazard) and the HOW you can be harmed by (click3) -is in the Hazard Statement “Fatal if inhaled”
Look at the one on the right (click4) has a “Exclamation Mark ”(Health Acute toxicity)
with a signal word (click5) of “Warning”(least hazardous) and the HOW you can be harmed by (click6) - is in the Hazard Statement “Harmful if inhaled”
Pictogram
Signal word
Danger
Warning
Hazard statement
Fatal if inhaled
Toxic if inhaled
Harmful if inhaled

16. Label: Precautionary Statements16
Label: Precautionary Statements
Precautionary statements describe recommended measures that should be taken to protect against hazardous exposures, or improper storage or handling of a chemical.
Examples:
Wear respiratory protection
Wash with soap and water
Store in a well ventilated place
Label: Precautionary Statements
"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,
It could give you information how to properly store and handle the product.
For example: A precautionary statement may state “Wear respiratory protection”; to minimize or prevent exposure
Example on proper storage “Store in a well ventilated place”

17. How do we use this information on the label:17
How do we use this information on the label:
Proper storage of hazardous chemical
Target organs
Personal Protective Equipment
How do we use this information on the label:
Under the Precautionary Statement
(click1) Proper storage of hazardous chemical- “Keep container tightly closed”
(click2) Personal Protective Equipment “Wear protective gloves”
(click3) Information on First Aid “ If exposed call Poison Center”
(click4) Hazard Statement Target organs “May cause liver and kidney damage”
Information on First Aid

18. Labels: Secondary containers18
Labels: Secondary containers
Employers who only store chemicals may either use OSHA’s new labeling system or continue using the NFPA 704 rating system or HMIS system
(OSHA plans to change the labeling system June 1, 2016)
Labels: Secondary containers
Often chemicals are stored in secondary containers:
You will need to use the new OSHA labeling system or
The NFPA 704 rating system or the HMIS system
This can be confusing lets take look at the differences

19. Labels: GHS Comparison19
Labels: GHS Comparison
GHS classification ratings order of severity differ from NFPA and HMIS:
HMIS/NFPA
0 = Least Hazardous
4 = Most Hazardous
GHS
5 = Least Hazardous
1 = Most Hazardous
Labels: GHS Comparison
At this time there is a difference between GHS classification rating and the HMIS/NFPA
HMIS/NFPA rating says that
0 = Least Hazardous
4 = Most Hazardous
GHS rating says that
5 = Least Hazardous
1 = Most Hazardous

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Safety Data Sheets
Under the new Haz Com Standard, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are now called Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
All SDSs will have a consistent 16-section format.
Employers must ensure that SDSs are readily accessible to employees.
Safety Data Sheets
Under the new Haz Com Standard, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are now called Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Manufacturers, importers and distributers may begin using the new 16-section format SDS (follows the ANSI standard)
All SDSs will have a consistent 16-section format.
Employers are required to maintain copies of all SDSs for the chemicals used and/or stored within the work area.
The employer are to maintain a copy of the most current SDS and archive prior MSDSs/SDSs.
In the following slides we will look at each one of the sections.

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Section 1, Identification includes product identifier (click1)(click2);(click3) manufacturer or distributor name, address, phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use.
Section 1, Identification includes product identifier; manufacturer or distributor name, address, phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use.

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Section 2, Hazard(s) identification includes all hazards regarding the chemical and required label elements.
Section 2, Hazard(s) identification includes all hazards regarding the chemical; required label elements.
The GHS Categories (click1) (note the pictogram)
The HMIS and NFPA labeling
Precautionary Statements: (click2) “Wear protective gloves/clothing/ eye protection”
Precautionary Statements: (click3) “ Store locked up”

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Section 2, Hazard(s) identification Continued
Section 2, Hazard(s) identification Continued
The second part of Section 2 give you the
Exposure Routes and Symptoms Summary:
(click1) Eyes--- Causes serious eye burns
(click2) Ingestion --- May be harmful if swallowed. Causes burns to the gastrointestinal tract.

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Section 3,Hazard Ingredients the Composition of the chemical ingredients and trade secret claims.
(click1) Sodium Hydroxide 7-11% with de-ionized water is the main component.
Section 3,Hazard Ingredients: Composition and information on chemical ingredients

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Section 4, First-aid measures includes important symptoms/ effects, acute, delayed and required treatment.
Section 4, First-aid measures: it includes important symptoms/ effects, acute, delayed; required treatment.
(click1) If in eyes---- shows the symptoms: Immediate: Redness, pain, blurred vision, severe burns
the response : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.

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Section 5, Fire-fighting measures lists suitable extinguishing techniques, equipment and the chemical hazards from fire.
Section 5, Fire-fighting measures lists suitable extinguishing techniques, equipment; chemical hazards from fire.
This section will tell you if it has an Auto-ignition Temperature and its Flash Point
In case of fire: (click1) Response---(click2) Use dry chemical
(click3) Combustion Products--- Produces sodium oxides (if it burns)

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Section 6, Accidental release measures lists emergency procedures, protective equipment, and proper methods of containment and cleanup.
Section 6, Accidental release measures lists emergency procedures; protective equipment; proper methods of containment and cleanup.
(click1) Containment--- Avoid release to the environment
(click 2) Cleaning---- Sprinkle inert absorbent compound onto spill

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Section 7, Handling and storage lists precautions for safe handling and storage, including incompatibilities.
(click1) Prevention –”Do not get in eye, on skin, or on clothing
(click2) Handling – “Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection” and it also makes recommendations on the type of protective equipment
(click3) Storage – “Keep container tightly closed”
Section 7, Handling and storage lists precautions for safe handling and storage, including incompatibilities.

29. Section 8, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection29
Section 8, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
List OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs); Threshold Limit Values (TLVs); appropriate engineering controls; personal protective equipment (PPE).
Section 8, Exposure controls/personal protection lists OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs); Threshold Limit Values (TLVs); appropriate engineering controls; personal protective equipment (PPE).
Routes of Entry
(click1) Eyes, ingestion, inhalation, and skin
Substances with Occupational Exposure Limit Values
(click2) Chemical Name: sodium hydroxide
(click3) Long Term Exposure Limits (PEL)2 mg/m3
Engineering Controls
(click4) Ventilation Keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits.
Respiratory Protection
(click5) If exposed to mist, wear air-purifying respirator with a full-face
mask.

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Section 9, Physical and chemical properties lists the chemical's characteristics.
Look like, feels like and smells like
(click1) Appearance Clear
(click2) Physical State Liquid
(click3) Odor odorless
pH 14
Section 9, Physical and chemical properties and lists the chemical's characteristics.

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Section 10, Stability and reactivity lists chemical stability and possibility of hazardous reactions.
Section 10, Stability and reactivity lists chemical stability and possibility of hazardous reactions.
Good to know information:
(click1) Stabilities: Chemically stable at normal temperatures and pressures
Often this will be chemicals it doesn’t work with or could produce hazards when mixed.
(click2) Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, metals (zinc, aluminum, tin,
and so on), ammonium salts

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Section 11, Toxicological information includes routes of exposure; related symptoms, acute and chronic effects; numerical measures of toxicity.
Section 11, Toxicological information includes routes of exposure; related symptoms, acute and chronic effects; numerical measures of toxicity.
Toxi·co·logi·cal
The study of the nature, effects, and detection of poisons and the treatment of poisoning.  

33. Section 12 Ecological Information33
Section 12 Ecological Information
Section 12 Ecological Information
(click1) Example “Harmful to aquatic life”
Section 13 Disposal Information
(click2) Example: Dispose of contents in accordance with all local, regional, national, and international
regulations.
Section 13 Disposal Information

34. Section 14 Transportation information34
Section 14 Transportation information
Section 14 Transportation information

35. Section 15 EPA information and requirements35
Section 15 EPA information and requirements
Section 15 EPA information and requirements

36. Section 16 Other Information36
Section 16 Other Information
Section 16 Other Information
(click1) SDS prepared by
Date issued
Supersedes (good place to check to see if you have the most current version)

37. Randy Cranfill, MESH, CPSI, CSRM 37
Randy Cranfill, MESH, CPSI, CSRM
Director of Safety and Loss Prevention
Surry Insurance
Information contained in this publication is compiled from
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for, the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of such
information.