Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Communication (GHS)

Description

The primary objective of this course is for you to know why, how and where to find specific hazard information to help you protect yourself from chemical hazards.

This training will provide a comprehensive overview of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication. Participants will learn about standardized hazard classifications, pictograms, labels, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to ensure consistent and effective communication of chemical hazards in the workplace. This training is crucial for compliance with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard.

Learning Objectives

On completion of this course, you will be able to

• Learn how to work safer when doing work related to chemicals

• Provide a definition of hazard communication

• List three rights workers have under Hazcom

• List three hazardous chemical categories

• List three routes of entry for chemicals

• Give three methods for finding information on chemicals with which you work

• List three methods for chemical hazard control

• Contrast an incidental spill vs. an emergency response

• Define GHS and REACH and list one benefit for workers

Intended audience

This course is recommended for personnel who use a transport, use handle hazardous material.