OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and other state laws are often called "Right to Know" Regulations and are used to inform employees of the…
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and other state laws are often called "Right to Know" Regulations and are used to inform employees of the potentially hazardous materials that they may encounter in the workplace. This course is designed to give you a basic understanding of OSHA's HazCom Standard, GHS Safety Data Sheets, classifications of chemicals, carcinogens, routes of entry, PPE, and what to do when there are leaks and spills.
Learning Objectives
- How to classify routes of entry for chemicals, carcinogens, routes of entry, and PPE.
- Understanding OSHA's HazCom Standard.
- How to react when there are leaks and spills.
Skills you’ll gain
Hazard Communication (HazCom)Hazard IdentificationHazard Communication Standard (HCS)Workplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsHazard Communication (HazCom) CertificationHazardous Materials Certification - Awareness LevelWhat You'll Learn
- Understand OSHA's Hazard Communication (HazCom) Standard
- Classify routes of entry for chemicals, carcinogens, and PPE
- Identify classes of chemicals, carcinogens, and suspected carcinogens
- Recognize GHS Safety Data Sheets and chemical classifications
- Select appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- React appropriately when there are leaks and spills
Key Takeaways
- OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and related state laws are often called "Right to Know" Regulations.
- These regulations inform employees of potentially hazardous materials they may encounter in the workplace.
- The course provides a basic understanding of OSHA's HazCom Standard, GHS Safety Data Sheets, chemical classifications, carcinogens, routes of entry, and PPE.
- The course covers how to react when there are leaks and spills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It gives a basic understanding of OSHA's HazCom Standard, GHS Safety Data Sheets, classifications of chemicals, carcinogens, routes of entry, PPE, and what to do when there are leaks and spills.
What are "Right to Know" Regulations?
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and other state laws are often called "Right to Know" Regulations and are used to inform employees of the potentially hazardous materials they may encounter in the workplace.
What will I learn to do in this course?
You will learn how to classify routes of entry for chemicals, carcinogens, and PPE, understand OSHA's HazCom Standard, and react when there are leaks and spills.
What topics are included in the lessons?
Lessons include an Introduction, the Hazard Communication Standard, Classes of Chemicals, Carcinogens and Suspected Carcinogens, Routes of Entry, Personal Protective Equipment, Leaks and Spills, and a Review.
Transcript
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