Chemical Hazard Communication
(HAZCOM) 1910.1200

Introduction

	What is chemical HAZCOM?
	Why are we doing it?
	What do we have to do?

What is Chemical HAZCOM?

	Program to inform workers of the hazards of chemicals they work with or to which they may be exposed and appropriate precautions to take.

Why Are We Doing It?

	Inform and protect employees
	OSHA requirements (29 CFR 1910.1200)

What Do We Have To Do?

	Written HAZCOM Program
	Chemical Inventory
	Chemical Container Labeling
	Information and training
	Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

Written HAZCOM Program

	Applicability
	Purpose & Scope
	Implementation
	Requirements
		Hazmat Inventory
		MSDSs
		Labels
		Non-routine Tasks
		Informing Subcontractors
		Training

Chemical Inventory

	What Is Included
		Workplace Chemicals
	What is not included
		Consumer Products
		Tobacco, Alcohol, or Drugs
		Articles
	Chemical Purchases
	Contractor Chemicals

Chemical Container Labeling

	Contents
		Chemical Name
		Hazard Warning
		Name and Address of Manufacturer
	Use Original Label
	Request Special Labels

Information and Training

	New Employee Orientation
	HAZWOPER Training
	Hazcom Refreshers
	Labels
	MSDSs

Information and Training
( cont.)

	How to Detect Chemicals
	Chemical Hazards
	How to Protect Yourself

How to Detect Chemicals

	Appearance
	Feel
	Odor
		What Does It Smell Like?
		Odor Thresholds
	Signs & Symptoms
	Monitoring Equipment

Chemical Hazards

	Physical Hazards
	Health Hazards

Physical Hazards

	Flammables
	Explosives
	Reactives
	Compressed Gases

Chemical Health Hazards

	Routes of Exposure
		Inhalation
		Contact/Absorption
		Ingestion
		Injection

Health Hazards (cont.)

	Types of Effects
		Irritation
		Burns (Corrosives)
		Asphyxiants
		Narcotics
		Target Organ Effects
		Carcinogens

How To Protect Yourself

	Get Information
		Labels
		MSDSs
	Use Controls
		Substitute a Less Hazardous Chemical
		Ventilation
		Isolation

How To Protect Yourself (cont.)

	Follow Safe Work Practices
		Keep containers closed
		Minimize the amount of chemicals you use
		Avoid skin contact
		Avoid breathing vapors
		Don’t eat or drink around chemicals
	Wear Protective Clothing
		Chemical Gloves
		Aprons
		Safety Glasses or Goggles

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

	Contents
		Product Identification
		Hazardous Ingredients
		Physical Data
		Fire and Explosion Data
		Reactivity Data
		Health Hazard Data
		Spill, Leak, and Disposal Procedures
		Protection Information
		Precautions

MSDS Review

	Product Identification
		Product or chemical name
		Synonyms
		Manufacturer’s Name, Address, and Telephone Number
		MSDS Preparation Date
	Hazardous Ingredients
		Chemical Mixtures
		Occupational Exposure Limits
			OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits
			Threshold Limit Values

MSDS Review (cont.)

	Physical Data
		Vapor Density
		Vapor Pressure
		Appearance and Odor
	Fire and Explosion Data
		Flash Point
		Flammability Limits
			Upper Flammability Limit
			Lower Flammability Limit
		Fire Extinguishing Media

MSDS Review (cont.)

	Reactivity Data
		Stability
		Chemical Incompatibilities
		Conditions to Avoid
		Hazardous Combustion Products
	Health Hazard Data
		Routes of Entry
		Health Effects
		Carcinogenicity
		Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
		Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
		First Aid Procedures

MSDS Review (cont.)

	Spill, Leak, and Disposal Procedures
		Spill Response
		Spill Notification
		Waste Disposal
	Protection Information
		Ventilation
		Protective Equipment
			Gloves
			Eye Protection
			Respirators

MSDS Review (cont.)

	Precautions
		Handling Requirements
		Storage Requirements
		Exposure Controls
		Shipping Information

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