Hazard Communication HazCom

Hazard Communication (HazCom)

Full Description

Who Should Take This Course: -All workers exposed to hazardous chemicals in all industrial sectors -All employers who subject their employees to hazardous chemicals -All employers who have employees that are exposed to hazardous chemicals. Topics include: 1. Introduction to the OSHA HCS 2. Analyzing the Workplace; Assessing the Hazards 3. Container Labeling 4. MSDS 5. Information and Training

Outcomes:

This course will focus on the responsibilities of the employer in establishing and implementing an effective hazard communication program. By the end of this course you should be able to: -Be familiar with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard Communications Standard -List the primary Hazard Communications Standard responsibilities for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and employers -Describe the basic elements of the Hazard Communications Program -Discuss the nature of chemical hazards and the types of exposures they present -List the information required on each of the four types of hazardous chemical containers -Describe each of the 12 required sections of a Material Safety Data Sheet; and -Identify the basic requirements of the hazard communication training program.

Assessment:

There are five (5) modules, a confirmation page, a glossary, and an online reference section that comprise this course. Each module is accompanied by an exam to help you evaluate your understanding of the course material. In order to complete the course, you must review the modules and submit the exams. Although not required, we suggest you proceed through the modules in the order they are presented.

Course Information (see above or below lessons, outlines, activities, etc.) 1. Introduction to the OSHA HCS:
Introduction
Becoming Familiar with the Rule
Limitations of the Rule
Identifying Responsible Staff
Exam 1

2. Analyzing the Workplace; Assessing the Hazards:
Scope
Application
Products Exempt from Coverage
Responsibilities
Assessing the Hazards of Chemicals in the Workplace
Routes of Entry
Exam 2

3. Container Labeling:
Primary Container Labeling
Labeling Solid Materials
Secondary Container Labeling
Alternative Labeling Methods
Stationary Process Container Labeling
Portable Container Labeling
Exam 3

4. MSDS:
Responsibilities
The MSDS Form
Exam 4

5. Information and Training:
Education
Training
When is Training Required?
Retraining New Hires
Training at Multi-Employer Worksites
Training Temporary Employees
How Extensive Should Training Be?
Checklist for Compliance
Conclusion
Exam 5

Contact Hours: 8