OSHA Hazard Communication Standard for Construction Industry

1. OSHA Hazard CommunicationStandardOccupational Safety and Health Standards for theConstruction Industry

2. (e)(1) (h) (h)(1) (f)(5)(I) (g)(1) Written HCP Employee Training Employee Training Labeling Material Safety Data Sheets Violations Cited - FY 99

3. CPL 2-2.38D • March 30, 1998 • Inspection Procedures for the Hazard Communication Standard

4. CONTENTS • (a) Purpose • (b) Scope and application • (c) Definitions • (d) Hazard determination • (e) Written program • (f) Labeling • (g) Material safety data sheets (MSDSs)

5. CONTENTS • (h) Training • (i) Trade secrets • Appendix A - Health Hazard Definitions • Appendix B - Hazard Determination • Appendix C - Information Sources • Appendix D -”Trade Secret” • Appendix E - Guidelines for Employers

6. (a) Purpose • To insure that the hazards of all chemical produced in or imported into the U.S. are evaluated • Hazards transmitted to • employers • employees

7. (b) Scope and Application • Applies to any chemical which is known to be present in the workplace • employee may be exposed • actual or potential exposure • consumer products • laboratory coverage • sealed containers

8. Who’s Covered • Chemical manufactures • Importers and distributors • Employers that use chemicals use  means to package, handle, react, or transfer.

9. (c) Definitions • Chemical - any element, chemical compound, or mixture of elements and/or compounds • Hazardous chemical - any chemical which is a physical or health hazard

10. Basic Program Elements • (d) Hazard Determination • (e) Written Program • (f) Labeling • (g) MSDSs • (h) Employee Training • hazardous chemical inventory

11. (d) Hazard Determination • Required for • chemical manufacturers • importers • Procedures must be • written • available upon request (5 working days) • Appendix C - Information Sources

12. (d) Hazard Determination • Accuracy and adequacy of information on labels and MSDSs • Do not have to address each chemical listed individually • Must include • physical hazards • health hazards

13. (e) Written Hazard Communication Program • Required for all employers and multi-employer worksites • when potential for exposure exists • for employees • for employers • Review prior to implementation

14. (e) Written Hazard Communication Program • Labeling • designated person • in-plant containers • shipped containers • description of labeling system • written alternatives to labeling of in-plant containers • Procedures to review

15. (e) Written Hazard Communication Program • MSDSs • designated person to obtain MSDSs • maintenance of MSDSs • notebooks, electronic, back-up system, access • procedures to follow to obtain MSDSs • procedures for updating MSDS • chemical manufacturers and importers

16. (e) Written Hazard Communication Program • Training • designated person • when to train • who to train • hazards introduced by other employers

17. (e) Written Hazard Communication Program • Other topics • list of hazardous chemicals • non-routine tasks • unlabeled pipes • multi-employer worksites • MSDS access • availability of written program

18. (f) Labels • Must include • identity of the hazardous chemical • hazard warning • target organ effects • name and address of chemical manufacturer, importer, or responsible party • if shipped

19. (f) Labels • Legible • Prominently displayed • English • additional languages • Cross referenced with • MSDSs • hazardous chemical inventory list

20. (f) Labels • Alternate labeling • Effectiveness • Appendix A (effective labeling) • hazardous effects • target organs • Evaluate in-plant labeling systems • training • MSDS procedures

21. (g) Material Safety Data Sheets • Chemical manufacturers and importers • develop or obtain MSDSs • Review a representative number • Appendixes C and D

22. (g) Material Safety Data Sheets • MSDSs or each hazardous chemical • Are each of the 12 elements addressed? • Are all sections completed? • Missing MSDSs/labels • Multi-employer worksites • Referral procedures

23. Material Safety Data Sheets • Applicable ANSI Documents (212) 642-4900 • Material Safety Data Sheets (1993) • ANSI/SAE AMS 2825A • $ 24.00 + S&H • Preparation of MSDSs (1993) • Z 400.1 • $ 75.00 + S&H

24. (h) Training • Required for all employees • exposed to hazardous chemicals • potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals • Substance specific training requirements take precedence

25. (h) Training • Review training program with management • Provided • for new employees • upon initial assignment • Employee interviews • Training records • Contract training

26. Things all employees should know about their HCP: • Location of the written HCP • Name of designated hazcom coordinator • Location of MSDSs and how to obtain a copy

27. Things all employees should know about their HCP: • Labeling requirements • Type of labeling system • Location(s) or operation(s) utilizing hazardous chemicals

28. Things all employees should know about their HCP: • Physical and health hazards of chemicals • Protective measures • Methods/observations used to detect presence or release

29. (i) Trade Secrets • Evaluating MSDSs and hazard determination • Emergencies • Non-emergencies

30. Exempt • Hazardous waste • Consumer products • Articles • tables, upholstery,tires, adhesive tape, etc.

31. Exempt • Wood and wood products • not wood dust • not with chemical additives • PNOR • particulates not otherwise regulated

32. February 9, 1994 Changes: • Definitions: • Mobile worksites • Multi-employer worksites • informing other employers of the hazards • making MSDSs available • informing other employers of labeling system

33. Checklist for Compliance Obtain a copy of the rule. Read and understood the requirements. Assigned responsibility for tasks. Prepared an inventory of chemicals.

34. Checklist for Compliance Ensured containers are labeled. Obtained MSDS for each chemical. Prepared written program. Made MSDSs available to workers.

35. Checklist for Compliance Conducted training of workers. Established procedures to maintain current program. Established procedures to evaluate effectiveness.