Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Training

Hazard Communication (HazCom) training is essential for a wide array of employees who may come into contact with hazardous chemicals during their work. This includes:

• Workers handling chemicals: Any employee who handles, uses, or stores hazardous materials directly must undergo HazCom training to understand the risks and safety protocols associated with these substances.
• Employees in proximity: Individuals who work near hazardous chemicals, even if not directly handling them, are required to be trained as they might be exposed to potential dangers.
• Shipping and transportation personnel: Those involved in transporting hazardous materials need to adhere to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines, which mandate safety training that can often overlap with OSHA's HazCom requirements.
• Supervisory staff: Managers and supervisors overseeing operations involving hazardous chemicals should be trained to ensure proper implementation of safety measures and compliance with regulations.

OSHAcademy offers course 105 Hazard Communication: Basic, which is intended for employees, and course 705: Hazard Communication Program, which is intended for employers/management/supervisors. However, they both include the following topics:

• Overview of the hazard communication standard: Understand the purpose and to whom the Hazard Communication Standard applies. This foundation is critical for ensuring that all safety measures are appropriately followed.
• Identification of hazardous chemicals: Learn which chemicals fall under the scope of Hazard Communication regulations. This helps in recognizing hazardous materials you may encounter in your work environment.
• Control methods for hazardous chemicals: Discover effective strategies to mitigate or eliminate exposure to dangerous chemicals within the workplace.
• GHS labels and pictograms: Gain the knowledge to interpret Globally Harmonized System (GHS) labels and pictograms, essential for identifying chemical hazards quickly and accurately.
• Safety data sheets: Learn how to read and understand Safety Data Sheets, which provide detailed information about chemical properties, safety precautions, and emergency protocols.
• Employer responsibilities and training requirements: Learn about employer requirements and how to satisfy employee training.

OSHAcademy offers course 105 Hazard Communication: Basic, which is intended for employees, and course 705: Hazard Communication Program, which is intended for employers/management/supervisors. However, both courses will address the following objectives:

• Understand chemical hazards: Develop a comprehensive awareness of chemical hazards and learn effective strategies to prevent exposure in the workplace.
• Utilize GHS standards: Understand how to use the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for hazard communication. This includes understanding hazard labels, recognizing pictograms, and accurately reading Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to ensure critical safety information is conveyed effectively.
• Meet regulatory requirements: Fulfill essential safety training requirements mandated by OSHA for hazard communication.

OSHAcademy offers course 105 Hazard Communication: Basic, which is intended for employees and is designed to be completed in approximately one hour, and course 705: Hazard Communication Program, which is intended for employers and is designed to be completed in appoximately five hours.

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Upon completing OSHAcademy Hazard Communication courses, employees will acquire the following vital knowledge:

• Awareness of chemical hazards: Students will learn to identify various chemical hazards and appreciate the importance of minimizing exposure.
• Understanding GHS Standards: Students will gain proficiency in understanding and utilizing the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for classifying chemicals. This includes interpreting hazard labels and pictograms correctly.
• Proficiency with safety data sheets: Students will gain proficiency in understanding and utilizing the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for classifying chemicals. This includes interpreting hazard labels and pictograms correctly.
• Compliance with safety regulations: OSHAcademy HazCom courses will equip employees and employers to satisfy OSHA hazard communication standards.

Per OSHA standard 1910.1200 and OSHA standard 1926.59, employers shall provide employees with effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new chemical hazard the employees have not previously been trained about is introduced into their work area. That being the case, OSHAcademy has set the training certificates to expire after one year.

Yes, if you have purchased a training certificate package before taking the course. Otherwise, if you complete the course and final exam before buying a training certificate package, your exam score will be saved in our training system, allowing you to purchase a training certificate package whenever you choose.

Yes. Students and employers can validate the training certificate using our website. It's quick and easy! You can feel confident knowing the certificate is valid and was issued by OSHAcademy. To validate your training certificate click here.

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