OSHA Safety: Hazard Communication

OSHA has estimated that more than 32 million workers are exposed to 650,000 hazardous chemical products in more than 3 million American workplaces. This poses a serious problem for exposed workers and their employers. The basic goal of a Hazard Communication Program is to be sure employers and employees know about work hazards and how to protect themselves; this should help reduce the incidence of chemical source illness and injuries. This 2-hour online course is a review of Regulations regarding hazard communication and DOT markings as posted under Subpart D, Part 1926, from OSHAÆs Safety and Health Regulations for Construction. This course covers rules for the following topics:

• Retention of DOT markings, placards and labels
• Material safety data sheets
• Employee training
• Comprehensive hazard communication programs
• Container labeling
• Evaluating and communicating chemical hazards

There is a test included at the end of this course.

• Know how to properly label and mark hazardous chemicals
• Understand that proper markings are essential to employee safety
• Be well versed in the rules, regulations, and standards established by OSHA on hazard communication and DOT markings

The Williams û Steiger Occupational Safety & Health Act of 1970 requires, in part, that every employer covered under the Act furnish to his employees employment and a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees. This course is part of a series which provides a cursory review of the OSHA Standards concerning a general interpretation, safety & health provisions including the Occupational Health & Environmental Controls. OSHA Safety: Hazard Communication and DOT Markings covers Section 1926.59 and 1926.61 of Subpart D of CFR 29. The Safety and Health Regulations for Construction comprise Section 1926. 1926.59 covers hazard communication. 1926.61 covers the retention of DOT markings, placards, and labels.

In order to receive credit for this course, you must successfully complete the examination included with this course. Please review the text in its entirety. It contains useful information without which it will be difficult to complete the examination.

The Williams û Steiger Occupational Safety & Health Act of 1970 is the law. The information contained herein was obtained from U.S. Department of Labor documents. This course is not intended to serve as a legal document. Therefore, we recommend that you consult an Attorney prior to applying any of the principles listed in this course.

Course Level: Intermediate

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