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What steps do I need to take to be compliant under the new Hazard Communication Standard?

March 24, 2014

The recent update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (CFR 1910.1200) changes the requirements for chemical labeling and mandatory employee training. The new Globally Harmonized System creates a universal standard to help keep workers safe and informed about chemical hazards. Because Hazcom is already one of the most frequently violated OSHA standards, it’s essential to know exactly what GHS is and how it affects your business.

New letters of interpretation clarify info in hazcom rule

March 19, 2014

Washington – OSHA recently published four letters of interpretation regarding its revised Hazard Communication Standard.

GHS compliance

How do I ensure my facility is compliant with GHS labeling requirements?

September 23, 2013

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How do I ensure my facility is compliant with GHS labeling requirements?

The countdown is on

September 13, 2013

Kyle W. Morrison

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If you’re a regular visitor to the Safety+Health website, you may have noticed a new feature – a clock counting down to the first compliance date for OSHA’s new Hazard Communication Standard.

Countdown to GHS compliance

The first phase of new OSHA requirements for hazard communication goes into effect Dec. 1. Are your workers trained?

September 1, 2013

Kyle W. Morrison

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OSHA’s revised Hazard Communication Standard is one of the most sweeping regulations the agency has issued in recent years, and compliance deadlines are approaching.

Main: OSHA hazcom standard compatible with MSHA requirements

August 14, 2013

Arlington, VA – Employers in the mining industry that follow OSHA’s newly revised Hazard Communication Standard will be in compliance with the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s hazcom standard, MSHA clarified in an Aug. 13 policy letter.

INCOM Manufacturing Group

July 25, 2013

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Training and compliance products for the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Our products are designed to help educate your workforce on GHS hazard communication and understand this new and often complex system.

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GHS UPDATE

OSHA, Canada agree to align hazcom standards

June 27, 2013

Washington – OSHA and the Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety Branch of the Canadian Department of Health have signed an agreement to collaboratively implement the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals in their respective jurisdictions.