Hazard Communication Training Protecting People Through Awareness and Safe Practices Why This Training is Important: Objectives: Understand what hazard communication is and why itʼs required Learn how to read and interpret labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Recognize hazard pictograms and their meanings Identify safe practices for handling hazardous chemicals Know where to find critical safety resources Understanding the chemicals we work with is essential to protecting our health and safety. This training provides the knowledge needed to identify hazards and work safely. Regulatory Background Governing Standards: OSHAʼs Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for classification and labeling Why It Matters: Prevents workplace injuries and illnesses Promote transparency and informed decision-making What is Hazard Communication (HazCom)? Hazard Communication is a legal standard that ensures employees know about the chemical hazards they may be exposed to at work. The 5 Key Elements of Hazard Communication Chemical Inventory Safety Data Sheets Labels & Pictograms Employee Training Written Program A comprehensive list of all hazardous chemicals in the workplace. Detailed documents providing information about each chemical. Standardized information directly on chemical containers. Required training for workers exposed to hazardous chemicals. A document outlining workplace compliance with hazard standards.