Course Overview
Hazardous chemicals are needed to help manufacture many of the products we use on a daily basis. In fact, one out of every four workers in the U.S. comes into contact with hazardous chemicals while on the job. Over 60 million chemical substances have been developed and are transported via our streets, highways and railway systems.
The potential for accidents, incidents and injuries is always present when people work with, or are 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, people can greatly decrease any risk that might be present.
This course is designed to help you understand more about OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, and how the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) can help you stay safe when working with chemicals.
After completing this course, an understanding should be gained of how to:
- Describe how the Hazard Communication Standard keeps you safe from the dangers of hazardous chemicals.
- Explain what information can be found in each section of a chemical's Safety Data Sheet.
- Describe how Safety Data Sheets can help you work safely with chemicals.