Hazard Communication Program: To The Point

Hazardous chemicals can cause both short and long-term effects and illnesses, so special care is needed when handling them. This program focuses on utilizing a hazard communication program designed to address the risks posed by hazardous chemicals. This course demonstrates how to recognize the different kinds of hazardous chemicals, what unique risks each classification presents, relevant information on each kind of chemical, and how best to avoid being harmed.

Chemicals can be explosive, corrosive, or easily combustible, while others present physical or environmental health hazards. Each type needs to be treated differently, and the clean-up, or treatment of injuries exposure could cause, may be different as well.

All employees have the right to know about the dangers they may face on the job, and all employees have the right to be safe. Hazardous chemicals pose a very real threat to your health, and even your life, so understanding how to properly work with them is key. Utilize the information presented here and learn how to properly control the dangers hazardous chemicals present.

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All those working with hazardous chemicals

• Introduction
• The Hazard Communication Program and The GHS
• Three Types of Chemical Hazards
• Physical Hazard Pictograms
• Health Hazards and Environmental Pictograms
• Information Conveyed on Chemical Labels
• Hazard and Precautionary Statements
• Safety Data Sheets
• Conclusion

• Hazardous Materials Labels: Regulatory Labeling Requirements
• Hazardous Materials Labels: GHS Labels
• Hazardous Materials Labels: DOT Hazard Class Labels: Part I