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HazCom: Introduction to Hazard Communication & GHS
Course Length: 20 minutes
Overview: Hazardous chemicals are needed to help manufacture many of the products we use on a daily basis. In fact, one out of every four workers in the U.S. comes into contact with hazardous chemicals while on-the-job. Over 60 million chemical substances have been developed, and are transported via our streets, highways, and railway systems.
The potential for accidents, incidents, and injuries is always present when people work with, or are in the vicinity of, hazardous chemicals. But by knowing and understanding the basic nature of those chemicals and how to safely work with or around them, people can greatly decrease any risk that might be present.
HazCom: Introduction to Hazard Communication & GHS is designed to help learners understand more about chemicals and the methods used to provide them with information about their hazards. Specifically, it covers how to keep themselves safe through education on the Hazard Communication Standard.
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Describe how the Hazard Communication Standard keeps them safe from the dangers of hazardous chemicals
- Recognize how to work safely with chemicals
Outline:
HazCom: Introduction to Hazard Communication & GHS covers the following topics:
Hazard Communication
- Chemical Classification
- HazCom Standard
- Chemical Inventory
- Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
- Labels
- Training
- Written Program
- Chemical Safety
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