objectivesThe Hazard Communication Advanced for All Industries online course from OSHA Education School addresses the essential elements of OSHA’s Hazard Communication (HazCom) Standard as found in 29 CFR 1910.1200. The course is designed to familiarize participants with the essential elements of OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) and includes familiarization with the 2012 GHS revisions, which incorporate the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.
NOTICE: This course was developed directly from OSHA’s HazCom requirements as set forth in the revised 2012 OSHA HCS and is intended to help employees understand all relevant essentials of HazCom.
OSHA Education School’s Hazard Communication Advanced for All Industries will explain the nature of hazardous chemicals and how such chemicals may affect the human body. Additionally, participants will be presented with knowledge regarding different types of hazardous chemicals, as well as what is required on chemical product labels, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and new safety data sheets (SDS). Specific course topics include the following:
Introduction, background, definitions, and incorporation of a Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Hazardous chemicals and basics of classification
Hazard communication responsibilities as they pertain to manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, importers, employers, and employees
HazCom written program elements, including hazardous chemical inventories, MSDS, SDS, container labels (precautionary statement, pictogram, signal word)
Methods and observations that may be used to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemical
Basics of physical and health hazards of common hazardous chemicals
Measures employees can take to protect themselves from hazards, such as appropriate work practices, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Details of effective HazCom Programs
Trade secrets
HazCom checklist for safety, health, and compliance
Additional sources of information and assistance regarding HazCom
Specific industry terms covered throughout the course include the following:
HazCom
HCS
GHS
Employee/Employer right to know
Hazard classification
HazCom program
SDS
MSDS
Precautionary statement
Pictogram
Signal word
descriptionThis course entitled “Hazard Communication - Advanced” is designed to inform the student of the essential elements of OSHA’s Hazard Communication (often referred to as HazCom) Standard as found in 29 CFR 1910.1200. This course also is intended to familiarize the student with the essential elements of OSHA’s Hazard Communication standard to include the 2012 revisions to the standard incorporating the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.This training course has been developed directly from OSHA’s Hazard Communication requirements as outlined in the revised (2012) OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and is intended to help employees understand the essentials of Hazard Communication.
outline1. Introduction
Hazard Communication Advanced
Learning Objectives
What Is Hazard Communication?
Benefits
Why Should Chemical Hazards Be Communicated?
Purpose of OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard
2. Definitions
Container
Exposure or Exposed
Foreseeable Emergency
Hazardous Chemical
Health Hazard
Physical Hazard
3. Recent HCS Revisions
Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)
HCS Revisions
What Is the GHS?
What Is the Schedule for Implementation?
Benefit of Aligning the HCS to the GHS
What Are Other Benefits of Incorporating GHS into OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard?
Which of the Timeline Elements Is Incorrect?
4. Responsibilities
Hazard Communication Responsibilities
5. Hazard Classification
Chemical Manufacturers and Importers
Hazard Classification
Physical Hazards:
GHS Health Hazard Criteria
Environmental Hazards
6. Chemical Inventory
Elements
Hazard Communication Program Elements
Chemical Inventory
Identify Location and Quantity
Interactive
7. Labels
Labels
As of June 1, 2015
Labeling
GHS Label Elements
Pictograms - Labels
Signal Words - Labels
Hazard Statements - Labels
Precautionary Statements and Pictograms - Labels
Pictograms
Product Identifier - Labels
Supplier Identification - Label
Supplemental Information
Workplace Containers
Pictograms
8. Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
SDS
MSDS vs. SDS
SDS Format
Differences between MSDS and SDS
Timeline for Implementation
Interactivity
Sample SDS
Review Questions
9. Training and Information
What Is Considered Proper Training under HCS?
More Than Just Providing SDSs
To Satisfy Requirement
Chemical Category Training
Information and Training Topics
Methods and Observations
Basics of Physical and Health Hazards of Common Hazardous Chemical Classes
Protective Measures
Details of an Effective Hazard Communication Program
Just Checking
10. Trade Secrets
Withholding Trade Secret Information
Trade Secrets
Just Checking
11. Conclusion/Summary
HazCom Checklist
This Training
Other OSHA Standards May Apply
Helpful Sources of Information and Assistance
Module Summary
Conclusion
Benefits OSHA Education School’s Hazard Communication Advanced for All Industries incorporates the latest OSHA training and guidelines as they pertain to hazardous chemicals and substances. Participants can expect the following during this course:
Participation in training incorporating the latest requirements and revisions to HCS
To clearly understand the requirements of OSHA’s HCS
A firm understanding of the elements of a written Hazard Communication Program
To promote compliance with OSHA’s HCS
Minimization of potential citation and penalty for one of the top standards cited by OSHA
Understanding of basic hazardous chemical identification, evaluation, and control techniques
Understanding of potential mitigation of hazardous chemical exposures resulting in possible injury and/or illness, as well as spill cleanup costs
Upon successful completion of this course, participants should be able to do the following:
Describe the benefits provided to employees by HCS
List at least 4 fundamental elements of OSHA’s HCS
List the 3 primary areas of change to OSHA’s HCS
Describe at least 4 required elements of a hazardous chemical label
Identify the hazards presented by the 9 GHS pictograms
Describe the primary benefits of using an MSDS or SDS for a hazardous chemical
Identify at least 3 of the employer’s responsibilities under the HCS
Recognize when training beyond the scope of this course is necessary
In order to successfully complete this course and earn the 0.1 CEU requirements, all participants must complete the course in its entirety, pass all knowledge checkpoints with a score of at least 70%, and complete the course form at the end. Upon completing the course, participants will receive a course completion certificate displaying CEUs earned that can be printed at any time.