Hazardous Communication Safety Topic - SafetyNow ILT Selective

This section addresses hazardous communication (HazCom) – employees’ “right-to-know” in the workplace.

General Application

Based on an employee’s right to be informed as well as taught protocols on any potential health hazards encountered in the workplace, Hazardous Communication (HazCom) affects almost all industries. As it stands now, OSHA deems HazCom applies to any and all chemicals an employee can reasonably be expected to come into contact with (including emergency case situations). Employees must be provided the necessary tools and training to protect themselves, both initially and as new hazardous chemicals are introduced.

HazCom Program Requirements

An explanation of HazCom and what it entails
Where hazardous chemicals are present, the risks involved & protective protocol
Location of the chemical inventory, SDS, written hazard evaluation procedures, and communications program
Knowledge of labeling systems
Understanding labels and…