GHS and Hazardous Communication Training

COURSE DESCRIPTION

GHS and Hazardous Communication Training
Protect yourself from chemical hazards in the workplace with GHS HCS training online. Meet OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 today!
Duration: 1 Hour(s) Language: English

This course teaches you how to identify hazardous chemicals in the workplace, safely handle them, and protect yourself and your coworkers from the risks they present.

OSHA requires employers who use hazardous chemicals to educate affected employees on risks and safety precautions. It’s called the Hazardous Communications Standard (HCS or “HazCom” for short), which followed the “Right to Know” Act.

The use standardized labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) is an important part of HazCom. They allow workers to identify chemicals and find important information quickly. In 2013, OSHA aligned their classification system, label standards, and SDS format with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System (GHS) to make international trade easier.

This course covers the most up-to-date GHS HCS standards.

Who Should Take GHS and Hazardous Communication Training?
HazCom standards apply to all employers with hazardous chemicals in their workplaces, regardless of industry or size. Employees with potential exposure need to be HazCom-trained.

CERTIFICATION

Unlike some OSHA standards that allow a 90-day grace period, you have to finish HazCom training BEFORE you start to work with any hazardous chemicals.

Just providing a data sheet does NOT count as training. You need to learn about the categories of chemicals you’ll encounter, how to interpret labels and data sheets, and precautions for handling chemicals safely.

OSHA itself has no refresher requirements for HazCom training. However, they require additional training if a new category of chemical is introduced into the workplace.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Introduction
• The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
• The Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
• Hazardous Materials
• Important Definitions
• Labels
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
• Hazards
• Controlling Physical and Health Hazards
• Case Study
• Hazard Communication Program
• Training