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Hazard Communication Guidelines for Compliance

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OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) 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 working.

Introduction ............................................................................ 1
Becoming Familiar with the Rule .......................................... 2
Identifying Responsible Staff ................................................ 5
Identifying Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace ............. 6
Preparing and Implementing a Hazard
Communication Program................................................... 8
Labels and Other Forms of Warning............................. 9
Material Safety Data Sheets ....................................... 10
Employee Information and Training........................... 12
Other Requirements ............................................................ 15
Checklist for Compliance .................................................... 16
Further Assistance ............................................................... 17
Other Sources of OSHA Assistance ..................................... 18
Safety and Health Program Management ................... 18
State Programs ............................................................ 18
Consultation Services ................................................. 19
Voluntary Protection Programs ................................... 19
Training and Education............................................... 19
OSHA Related Publications ................................................. 21
States with Approved Plans ................................................. 22
OSHA Consultation Project Directory .................................. 25
OSHA Area Offices ............................................................... 27

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