Hazardous Communication Programs And Services

Question 1

Purpose of hazard communication standard

Answer 1

Means of reducing risks related to chemical exposure in the American workforce

Question 2

It is estimated that over —— American workers are exposed to —— hazardous chemicals in more than —— worksites

Answer 2

30 million
650,000
3 million

Question 3

All known hazardous chemicals or chemical compounds that are not covered under other federal acts are covered under…

Answer 3

The Occupational Safety and Health Act

Question 4

Purposes of a hazard communications program

Answer 4

1. Ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported into the workplace are evaluated and the information is transmitted to employers and workers
2. Prevent illness, injury or death from exposure to hazardous chemicals and substances in the workplace
3. Comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard

Question 5

OSHA Hazard Communication Standard

Answer 5

29 CFR 1910.12

Question 6

——- assures the delivery of effective hazard communication programs and services

Answer 6

Management

Question 7

Management provides workers with a company policy statement that includes the following:

Answer 7

1. Statement indicating that the company is committed to protecting the health and safety of its workers
2. Statement that all workers will be informed of the Hazard Communication Standard requirements
3. Statement indicating that all workers will be informed of known hazardous substances that can cause illness, injury or death
4. Statement that all workers will be trained at time of hire, when they move to an area of new hazard, or when a hazard is introduced into the workplace
5. Identification of individuals who will be responsible implementing and managing the hazard communication program
6. Statement that affirms there will be an annual review and update of the company’s hazard communication program

Question 8

Management should provide a written program that includes:

Answer 8

1. List of hazardous chemicals present in the workplace and title of person responsible for updating the list
2. Description of policy for proper labeling of chemical containers
3. Preparation of material safety data sheets
4. Description of training content and documentation of worker training about hazards of chemicals and measures that can be taken to protect workers

Question 9

Policy for proper labeling of chemical containers should include:

Answer 9

1. Titles of persons responsible for ensuring container labeling on a day to day basis and for proper labeling of all containers, including those used for shipping of chemicals
2. Explanation of labeling systems used
3. Procedures to review and update labeling
4. Identification and explanation of alternatives in container labeling

Question 10

The goals and objectives of HazCom programs and services are to:

Answer 10

1. Identify and assess all chemical substances in the workplace that can pose physical or health hazards to workers
2. Communicate to all workers the reserve of potentially hazardous substances in the workplace through training and provision of accessible MSDSs, which must be kept current
3. Train all workers in the safe handling of potentially hazardous substances
4. Properly label all chemical containers with warning notices and the handling and disposal procedures of hazardous substances

Question 11

Chemical

Answer 11

Any element, chemical compound or mixture of elements and compounds

Question 12

Hazardous chemical

Answer 12

Any chemical that is a health or physical hazard

Question 13

Types of potential health hazards from chemicals

Answer 13

1. Carcinogens
2. Toxic or highly toxic agents
3. Agents that damage the reproductive syste
4. Irritants
5. Corrosives
6. Sensitizers
7. Hepatotoxins
8. Neurotoxins
9. Agents that act on the hematopoietic system
10. Agents that damage the lungs
11. Agents that damage the eyes
12. Agents that damage the skin
13. Agents that damage mucous membranes

Question 14

Physical hazard

Answer 14

Any chemical for which there is scientifically valid evidence that it is:

1. Combustible liquid
2. Compressed gas
3. Organic peroxide
4. Explosive
5. Flammable
6. Pyrophoric
7. Unstable (reactive)
8. Water reactive

Question 15

Responsibilities of the occupational and environmental health nurse in the HazCom program

Answer 15

1. Keeping accurate inventory of all hazardous chemicals and substance used in the workplace
2. Obtaining MSDSs from the manufacturers or suppliers of all chemicals used in the workplace
3. Ensuring that the requirements for training under the state and federal Hazardous Communication Standards are met for workers
4. Ensuring that all chemicals are properly labeled and stored
5. Conducting an annual HazCom program evaluation and developing recommendations for the future
6. Providing management with an annual report relative to program outcomes and recommendations

Question 16

Other MSDS requirements for the HazCom program

Answer 16

1. Maintain MSDS inventory for 30 years

2. Collaborate with the purchasing departments to identify the chemicals that have been purchased or ordered

Question 17

Timing of HazCom training requirements

Answer 17

1. A new worker is hired and before starting their specific job
2. Any hazardous chemical is used in the workplace
3. Any new physical or health hazard is introduced into the workplace

Question 18

Elements of worker training programs are as follows:

Answer 18

1. The program is communicated to all current and new workers at least annually. Accessibility of information is assured via the use of interpreters and translated materials for workers who may not have English as a primary language
2. The standard is summarized during the training program
3. The location of the written program must be communicated to workers
4. The location of the list of hazardous chemical products and the master list and location of MSDSs must be communicated and be readily accessible
5. The program provides a mechanism for understanding its components

Question 19

OSHA interprets readily accessible to include the use of electronic means such as:

Answer 19

1. Computers with printers
2. Microfiche machines
3. The Internet
4. Cd-roms
5. Fax machines

Question 20

After HazCom training the employee should be able to demonstrate understanding of the following:

Answer 20

1. How to obtain, read and understand the purpose of the MSDS
2. The worksite location of and labeling procedures for hazardous chemicals and products
3. The health and safety hazards of the chemicals used in the workplace
4. The safe handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals
5. The signs and symptoms of overexposure such as nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, burn and rash
6. Emergency procedures for spills and or exposure events
7. Methods and observations that can be used to detect the presence or release of hazardous chemicals
8. Controls that are in place to protect workers, such as engineering or administrative controls and personal protective equipment
9. Where workers can obtain more information about hazardous chemicals

Question 21

All workers are covered by the Hazardous Communication Standard; special training procedures are required for contract workers

Answer 21

1. All contact workers must be informed of the chemical hazards and the location of the MSDS
2. The labeling system of hazardous chemicals used by the company should be explained to counteract workers
3. Contract workers must be provided with appropriate personal protective equipment
4. Emergency procedures to be used in event of spill and or exposure should be described to the contract workers

Question 22

If workers participate in non routine hazardous tasks, training procedures require that the organization:

Answer 22

1. Provide training for the specific hazardous chemicals to which the workers will be exposed
2. Provide workers with personal protective equipment appropriate for the specific hazards

Question 23

Year of hazard communication standard by OSHA

Answer 23

1983