The OSHA Hazard Communication with GHS Training is designed to educate workers who handle hazardous chemicals in their workplaces, as well as those involved in the manufacture, storage, import, and transportation of these chemicals.
In 2012, OSHA aligned the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). The revised standard ensures that workers not only have the right to know but also the right to understand the hazards associated with the chemicals they use. It also covers the appropriate protective measures for using, handling, or being in proximity to these chemicals in their workplaces."
This OSHA Hazard Communication with GHS Training equips you with the skills and knowledge to navigate chemical safety in the workplace. Upon completion, you'll be able to:
- Explain the crucial role of OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) in ensuring worker safety.
- Define the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and its significance in promoting global understanding of chemical hazards.
- Discuss the key changes implemented in the HCS to align with the GHS, fostering international consistency.
- Explore the obligations of both chemical manufacturers and downstream users (like your workplace) under the HCS.
- Identify and categorize the physical and health hazards associated with various chemicals.
- Recognize the essential label elements mandated by the HCS for containers of hazardous chemicals, allowing you to interpret the information effectively.
- Understand how the HCS labeling requirements differ from other workplace labeling systems, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
- Navigate the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), pinpointing the specific information contained within each of its 16 sections, empowering you to access vital safety details.