Whether at work or at home, we use a variety of chemicals that may pose a hazard to our health and well-being. In fact, more than 30 million American workers are exposed to hazardous chemicals in the workplace Although not all chemicals are hazardous, our best protection against harm from hazardous chemicals is to understand the risks and be aware of the precautions available to minimize those risks. This training will provide you with a general overview of these topics as well as an understanding of the regulations that have been put in place to protect employers and employees.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe OSHA guidelines
• Explain chemical hazards
• Review labeling requirements
• Recognize different pictograms
• Outline the information that appears on safety data sheets
• Summarize the employee and employer responsibilities