Written HazCom Program: What You Need Before an OSHA Inspection

By Vince Lawrence — GigLine Safety & Compliance

Hazard Communication (29 CFR 1910.1200) is OSHA's second-most-cited standard in general industry. Here is exactly what an inspector works through during a HazCom-focused inspection.

Required elements

Chemical inventory list, SDS management procedure, labeling program, employee training procedure, non-routine task procedure, multi-employer/contractor procedure, and executive signature with review date.

SDS accessibility

1910.1200(g)(1) requires SDS "readily accessible" during work shift. Employees must retrieve within 60 seconds without asking a supervisor.

Container labels

Original containers require six GHS elements. Secondary containers require product identifier and general hazard info.