INTRODUCTION

PURPOSE: OSHA requires that workers in laboratories be familiar with the potential chemical hazards which are present in the laboratory. OSHA holds laboratory workers to a higher level of performance in terms of understanding these hazards than for equivalent workers under the Hazard Communication Standard. This seminar is in two parts. The morning session is devoted to understanding the Laboratory Standard, and learning innovative methods for compliance. The morning session is aimed primarily at Chemical Hygiene Officers, Safety Professionals, and others who have responsibility to assure compliance with the Standard. The afternoon session is devoted to explaining the basic concepts of chemical safety. This session is aimed at the same employees who attended the morning session, plus anyone who handles chemicals in laboratories. The afternoon session is a highly abbreviated version of CSA's Chemical Safety Seminar.

REGULATORY OVERVIEW

OSHA 1910.1450

History of Development

Key Issues in the Standard

COMPLIANCE METHODS

WHO MUST COMPLY

PROCEDURES FOR COMPLIANCE

PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES

Chemical Hygiene Officer

Laboratory Supervisors

Other Personnel

CHEMICAL HYGIENE PLAN

REVIEW OF GENERIC PLAN

INTRODUCTION TO LABORATORY STANDARD TRAINING

OVERVIEW OF THE LABORATORY STANDARD

Contents of the Standard

Lines of Authority

ELEMENTS OF THE CHEMICAL HYGIENE PLAN

Availability

Employer Responsibility

Employee Responsibility

CHEMICAL SAFETY FOR LABORATORY WORKERS

Chemical Hazards

Avoiding Exposures

Labels and Material Safety Data Sheets

Protective Apparel and Equipment

Accident and Spill Procedures

Medical Programs

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