Hazard Communication for Employees: Refresher
Course Description:
This refresher course will give you the main points to remember about hazard communication. For more complete information, be sure to take the full-length course.
Course Duration: 6 minutes
Why “Hazard Communication for Employees: Refresher” Matters:
Hazardous materials are found in many workplaces, and millions of workers face potential exposure every day. Here are some facts:
- 43 million workers are potentially exposed annually at 5 million businesses.
- 880,000 hazardous chemicals are used in the United States.
- There are 50,000 injuries and illnesses annually.
- There are 125 fatalities annually.
- Chronic illness and fatalities are too often the outcomes of chemical exposure at work.
Key Points:
- Hazard Communication makes you safer.
- Labels and SDSs provide information on specific chemicals.
- Use of appropriate personal protection equipment reduces injury and illness risk.
