Violations Cited - FY 99

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.