OSHA Hazard Communication Standard

logo-OSHAAccording to OSHA, “The new label elements and SDS requirements will improve worker understanding of the hazards associated with the chemicals in their workplace.” Requirements are being phased in over several years (December 2013 – June 2016).

Two significant changes are:
1. Use of new labeling elements; and
2. Standardized format for Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
   Formally known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)


DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1, 2013

EMPLOYERS:

Train employees on new label elements and new Safety Data Sheet format.

DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1, 2015

MANUFACTURERS, IMPORTERS, DISTRIBUTORS:

Compliance with all modified provisions of this final rule, except the Distributor shall not ship containers labeled by the chemical manufacturer or exporter unless it is a GHS label.


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Preventing Slips, Trips, Falls

A NEW safety brochure is available for our members. Please contact the PDCC office at pdcc@calpainters.org and let us know the quantities you need for distribution to your employees.

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Ladder Safety

Please contact the PDCC office at pdcc@calpainters.org and let us know the quantities you need for distribution to your employees.

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Prevention of Back Injuries

Please contact the PDCC office at pdcc@calpainters.org and let us know the quantities you need for distribution to your employees.

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