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29 CFR 1910.1200OSHAactive

Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom)

Plain English Summary

Requires employers to inform workers about hazardous chemicals through labels, safety data sheets, and training.

CFR Title
29
CFR Part
1910
Effective Date
Nov 25, 1983
Jurisdiction
US

Full Text

Chemical manufacturers and importers must evaluate hazards of chemicals they produce or import and provide safety data sheets (SDS) for each hazardous chemical. Employers must maintain SDSs for all hazardous chemicals in the workplace and ensure they are readily accessible to employees.

Employers must develop and implement a written hazard communication program that includes labels, safety data sheets, and employee training on chemical hazards and protective measures.

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