hazard communication

hazard communication

اسلاید 1: OSHA Office of Training and Education1 Hazard Communication

اسلاید 2: OSHA Office of Training and Education2IntroductionAbout 32 million workers work with and are potentially exposed to one or more chemical hazardsThere are approximately 650,000 existing chemical products, and hundreds of new ones being introduced annuallyChemical exposure may cause or contribute to many serious health effects such as heart ailments, central nervous system damage, kidney and lung damage, sterility, cancer, burns, and rashesSome chemicals may also be safety hazards and have the potential to cause fires and explosions and other serious accidents

اسلاید 3: OSHA Office of Training and Education3Purpose of OSHA’s Hazard Communication StandardHazard CommunicationProgramContainer LabelingMaterial SafetyData SheetMSDSProgramLabelTo ensure that employers and employees know about work hazards and how to protect themselves so that the incidence of illnesses and injuries due to hazardous chemicals is reduced.

اسلاید 4: OSHA Office of Training and Education4Who is covered?OSHA’s Hazard Communication (HazCom) standard applies to general industry, shipyard, marine terminals, longshoring, and construction employment and covers chemical manufacturers, importers, employers, and employees exposed to chemical hazards.

اسلاید 5: OSHA Office of Training and Education5Employer ResponsibilitiesIdentify and list hazardous chemicals in their workplacesObtain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and labels for each hazardous chemical, if not provided by the manufacturer, importer, or distributorImplement a written HazCom program, including labels, MSDSs, and employee trainingCommunicate hazard information to employees through labels, MSDSs, and formal training programs

اسلاید 6: OSHA Office of Training and Education6How can workplace hazards be minimized?The first step in minimizing workplace hazards is to perform a thorough hazard assessmentEmployers can rely on the evaluations performed by the manufacturers or importers to establish the hazards of the chemicals they useThis information is obtained from MSDSs and labels

اسلاید 7: OSHA Office of Training and Education7Why is a written program required?Ensures that all employers receive the information they need to inform and train their employeesProvides necessary hazard information to employees(f) Labels and other forms of warning.(g) Material safety data sheets.(h) Employee information and training. HazCom Program

اسلاید 8: OSHA Office of Training and Education8Written HazCom Program RequirementsDescribes container labeling, MSDSs, and employee training for each workplace List of the hazardous chemicalsMake information regarding hazards and protective measures available to other employers onsite

اسلاید 9: OSHA Office of Training and Education9How must chemicals be labeled?Identity of the chemicalAppropriate hazard warningsName and address of the responsible partyEach container of hazardous chemicals entering the workplace must be labeled or marked with:

اسلاید 10: OSHA Office of Training and Education10Container Labeling in the WorkplaceThe hazard warning can be any type of message, picture, or symbol that provides information on the hazards of the chemical(s) and the targeted organs affected, if applicableLabels must be legible, in English (plus other languages, if desired), and prominently displayed

اسلاید 11: OSHA Office of Training and Education11Material Safety Data SheetsPhysical hazards, such as fire and explosionHealth hazards, such as signs of exposureRoutes of exposurePrecautions for safe handling and useEmergency and first-aid proceduresControl measuresPrepared by the chemical manufacturer or importer and describe:

اسلاید 12: OSHA Office of Training and Education12Material Safety Data Sheets (cont’d)Must be in English and include information regarding the specific chemical identity and common names Must provide information about the:Physical and chemical characteristicsHealth effectsExposure limitsCarcinogenicity (cancer-causing)Identification (name, address, and telephone number) of the organization responsible for preparing the sheetMust be readily accessible to employees in their work area

اسلاید 13: OSHA Office of Training and Education13Material Safety Data Sheets (cont’d)MSDSs have no prescribed formatIf no MSDS has been received for a hazardous chemical, employer must contact the supplier, manufacturer, or importer to obtain one and maintain a record of the contact

اسلاید 14: OSHA Office of Training and Education14Training At the time of initial assignmentWhenever a new hazard is introduced into their work areaTraining is required for employees who are exposed to hazardous chemicals in their work area:

اسلاید 15: OSHA Office of Training and Education15What training is needed to protect workers?Explanation of the HazCom program, including information on labels, MSDSs, and how to obtain and use available hazard informationHazards of chemicalsProtective measures such as engineering controls, work practices, and the use of PPEHow to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemical (using monitoring devices, observation, or smell)

اسلاید 16: OSHA Office of Training and Education16What information must be provided to workers?The HazCom standard and its requirementsOperations in their work areas where hazardous chemicals are presentLocation and availability of the written hazard evaluation procedures, communications program, lists of hazardous chemicals, and the required MSDSs Employees must be informed of:

اسلاید 17: OSHA Office of Training and Education17SummaryOSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard is based on a simple concept - that employees have both a need and a right to know the hazards and identities of the chemicals they are exposed to when workingEmployees also need to know what protective measures are available to prevent adverse effects from occurring