Video Overview
HazCom Training: Introduction to Hazard Communication and GHS
Runtime: 8:04 (English) / 8:42 (Spanish)
Intended Audience: All employees who have an exposure or a potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Overview:
Hazardous chemicals are a fact of life in most workplaces. They're needed to help manufacture many of the products we use in our daily lives. The potential for accidents, incidents, and injuries is always present when people work with, or 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, employees can greatly decrease any risk that might be present.
HazCom Training: Introduction to Hazard Communication and GHS is designed to instruct learners 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, chemical hazards, Safety Data Sheets, container labels, and best practices.
Objectives:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
- Describe how the Hazard Communication Standard keeps you safe from the dangers of hazardous chemicals
- Identify who is responsible for determining a chemical's hazards
- Recognize common hazards of chemicals
Outline
The J. J. Keller HazCom Training: Introduction to Hazard Communication and GHS covers the following topics:
Introduction
- Introduction
- What You'll Learn
Hazardous Chemicals
- HazCom Standard
- Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Chemical Classification
- Manufacturer Requirements
Chemical Inventory
Hazards of Chemicals
Conclusion
Regulations Covered: 29 CFR 1910.1200 - Hazard Communication
Copyright Date: 2021