Here is another good video that can be used to familiarize your employees on the new GHS Hazcom (HCS) regulations which you must meet the 1st phase of compliance as of December 1, 2013. Training Video for Employers and Employees OSHA's Global Harmonization System The Maine Community College System is pleased to partner with the … Continue reading State of Main DOL – OSHA GHS Training Video
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Updated – December 1st, 2013 Training Video for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard (GHS)
OSHA revised its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and published it in the Federal Register in March 2012 (77 FR 17574). Two significant changes contained in the revised standard require the use of new labeling elements and a standardized format … Continue reading Updated – December 1st, 2013 Training Video for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard (GHS)
Free GHS Webinar Hosted by OSHA and SCHC July 25, 2013 – 1:00 PM EDT
OSHA Hosts a Free GHS (Globally Harmonized System) Webinar OSHA will present a free webinar on the Globally Harmonized System titled “Hazard Communication 2012: One Year of Implementation” starting at 1:00 PM EDT on Thursday July 25, 2013. The webinar is designed to answer many of the questions that OSHA has received during the first … Continue reading Free GHS Webinar Hosted by OSHA and SCHC July 25, 2013 – 1:00 PM EDT
GHS Infographic: “What You Need To Know About GHS”
Featured By: C&S Blog Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling Chemicals or GHS as it is referred to. GHS is a standard classifying system allowing a global universal way to label hazardous chemicals. This system has been the norm in Europe and Asia and slowly drifted to the west and in 2012 the United … Continue reading GHS Infographic: “What You Need To Know About GHS”
December 1st, 2013 Training Requirements for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard (GHS)
OSHA revised its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and published it in the Federal Register in March 2012 (77 FR 17574). Two significant changes contained in the revised standard require the use of new labeling elements and a standardized format … Continue reading December 1st, 2013 Training Requirements for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard (GHS)
Can You Answer These Questions About the New GHS Required Safety Data Sheets?
Ready for the new GHS-required safety data sheet (SDS)? Here's a little game of 20 questions to test your knowledge of the new SDS. Use the quiz to check supervisors' understanding of the new format as well. Although you still have over a year to train employees about the new GHS-required SDS and even more … Continue reading Can You Answer These Questions About the New GHS Required Safety Data Sheets?
OSHA Revises & Issues Hazard Communication Standard – GHS Final Rule – March 20, 2012
"Exposure to hazardous chemicals is one of the most serious threats facing American workers today," said U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis. "Revising OSHA's Hazard Communication standard will improve the quality and consistency of hazard information, making it safer for workers to do their jobs and easier for employers to stay competitive." The Hazard Communication … Continue reading OSHA Revises & Issues Hazard Communication Standard – GHS Final Rule – March 20, 2012
Global Harmonization: What You Need To Know – and Do
OSHA's New HCS Q. Is OSHA going to update the Hazard Communication Standard? A. Yes, OSHA is planning to modify its existing Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to conform with the United Nations’ (UN) Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Q. Why is the standard being changed? A. OSHA believes the proposed … Continue reading Global Harmonization: What You Need To Know – and Do
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