Safety Data Sheets provide detailed information about hazardous chemicals, including health risks, safe handling practices, storage requirements, and emergency response procedures. This module explains how to read and understand SDSs, helping managers and front-line workers identify hazards and follow proper safety practices in environments where hazardous substances are used.
Hazards exist in every workplace, but language barriers can limit understanding. Standardized pictograms are used worldwide to communicate chemical hazards quickly and clearly. This mini-module explains common hazard pictograms and the risks they represent, as shown on chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets.
Labels provide safety information wherever hazardous chemicals are stored or used. Under the U.S. Hazard Communication Standard, labels follow a standardized format that identifies chemical hazards, warning statements, and precautionary information. This module explains the required label elements and their purpose, helping workers understand chemical risks and follow safe handling practices at all times.
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