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HAZCOM: 

HAZCOM In Support of the Fort Sam Houston Installation Prepared by: FSH Safety Office 2202 15th St., Ste 36 Bldg 4196 Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-5036

OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION (HAZCOM) STANDARD : 

OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION (HAZCOM) STANDARD 29 CFR 1910.1200 First enacted on November 25, 1983 (revisions as recent as 1994)

HAZCOM Pre-Training Quiz: 

HAZCOM Pre-Training Quiz What is HAZCOM? What is the abbreviation MSDS? Why do we have a HAZCOM Program? What three items must a label contain? What is PPE? Where do you find information concerning a chemical you work with?

Slide4: 

Who is the HAZCOM administrator for the installation? An MSDS must depict (circle all that are correct): a. Manufacturers’ name b. Chemical and common name c. Trade secrets d. Health hazards e. Manufacturing process f. Physical characteristics g. Poison Control Center’s telephone number

HAZCOM: 

HAZCOM YOU have the Right and Need to know: What hazardous chemicals you work with, Associated hazards, and How to protect yourself from these hazards

To Comply - the Commander, AMEDD Center and School and Fort Sam Houston will:: 

To Comply - the Commander, AMEDD Center and School and Fort Sam Houston will: Designate a HAZCOM Program Administrator - Mr. Guadalupe Gomez (Safety Manager) Provide a written program - AMEDDC&S & FSH Memo 385-33 Direct labeling of hazardous materials Direct compilation of hazardous chemical inventories Direct procurement of MSDS for work areas Provide HAZCOM information and training

RESPONSIBILITIES:: 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Installation Commander Occupational Safety and Health Manager Chief, Preventive Medicine Chief, Logistics Division Department/Division/Chiefs & Directors Collateral Duty Safety Officers (CDSOs) Supervisors Employees

HAZCOM COMPONENTS Overview - Subjects to be Covered: 

HAZCOM COMPONENTS Overview - Subjects to be Covered Hazard Determination Written Program Labels Chemical Inventories and MSDSs Employee Information and Training

HAZARD DETERMINATION -: 

HAZARD DETERMINATION - Evaluation is performed by chemical manufacturer/importer Standard lists specific sources and guidelines Hazard determination procedure will be written and made available, upon request, to employees or their designated representatives

The Written Program General Requirements: 

The Written Program General Requirements Will include local policies and procedures for: Labeling Inventories MSDSs Employee Information and Training Work site specific program

EXCEPTIONS - : 

EXCEPTIONS - Laboratories (within hospital and clinic areas) covered by a different standard - are required to have a Chemical Hygiene Plan Warehouses that only handle sealed containers - are required to have a Spill Plan and maintain a hazardous chemical inventory with MSDSs

LABELS: 

LABELS Labels must contain: Name of chemical Manufacturer/Importer Appropriate hazard warnings All containers must be labeled exception if container is portable and will be used immediately. Never leave unmarked containers unattended, where others may use it. FSH policy is that all containers will always be labeled including secondary containers. Always read the warning label BEFORE using any chemicals

LABELS (continued):: 

LABELS (continued): Warning signs/placards can be used for such items as large vats/tanks Logistics ensures chemicals have proper hazardous chemical warning labels prior to storage or issue Do NOT accept an item that has not been properly labeled or you have not received an MSDS for it.

Labels - Exception:: 

Labels - Exception: Items already covered by other federal regulations (but must still comply with other provisions in HAZCOM, such as MSDS access and employee training) Pesticides Food Additives, Drugs, Cosmetics, etc. Alcoholic Beverages Consumer Products

Hazardous Chemical Inventories General Requirements: 

Hazardous Chemical Inventories General Requirements List of all hazardous chemicals at worksite, to include: Non-routine tasks/hazards Chemicals contained in unlabeled pipes in area Multi-employer workplace Inventory shall be updated annually or when new chemicals are introduced to the work site Employees briefed on new chemicals

Hazardous Chemical Inventories:: 

Hazardous Chemical Inventories: Two factors determine what chemicals to include: Chemical’s hazardous properties Likelihood for employee exposure (must consider all forms): liquids solids gas vapors fumes mists

What to include on the inventory? : 

What to include on the inventory? If words like Danger, Warning, Caution, or Harmful appear on the label Items already identified as a hazardous chemical If not sure - contact your HAZCOM Program Administrator

Chemical Inventory -Exemptions- : 

Chemical Inventory -Exemptions- Hazardous Waste Tobacco or Tobacco Products Wood or Wood Products (if flammability/ combustibility only hazard) Articles Food, Drugs, Cosmetics, or Alcohol Beverages Consumer Products, used in same manner they would be used at home

MSDSs: : 

MSDSs: Must be accessible, along with the chemical inventory, to all employees on all shifts Must contain 8 elements of information: Manufacturer’s information Hazardous ingredients (unless is it proprietary) Physical and chemical characteristics Fire and explosion hazard data Reactivity data Health hazards Precautions for safe handling and use Control measures

Employee Information & Training General Requirements: 

Employee Information & Training General Requirements Training shall take place before you work with any hazardous chemicals Purpose - to teach you how to protect yourself/coworker from chemical injuries HAZCOM Standard Understanding MSDS/labels Training requirements

Information and Training: 

Information and Training Additional information & training is required when: New hazard is introduced to work area New procedures/equipment could result in increased chemical exposures Manufacturer provides new information Performing non-routine tasks Pipes containing hazardous chemicals are located in your work area Specific training required under another OSHA Standard

Work site Specific Training: 

Work site Specific Training Know location of MSDSs for chemicals used in your area be able to read/interpret physical and health hazard data from the MSDS Know how to detect the presence of the chemicals in your work area Know work practices and procedures in your area to include engineering controls in place, any personal protective equipment required, and emergency procedures

Information and Training: 

Information and Training Required for all personnel working with hazardous chemicals - Initial/Annual Refresher Work site Specific All will be documented on CSFS 98-E Documentation of initial training is maintained in your personnel file for duration of employment plus thirty years (work site/refresher - five yrs)

Supervisor/CDSO’s Responsibilities:: 

Supervisor/CDSO’s Responsibilities: Maintain copy of HAZCOM program in work area Ensure all HAZCOM program elements are met Develop work site specific SOP Attend/Conduct formal initial/refresher/work site HAZCOM training Document Employee training on CSFS Form 98-E Ensure/Enforce use of required PPE or applicable controls/chemical spill procedures List of non-routine tasks applicable to their areas

Employee Responsibilities: : 

Employee Responsibilities: Know where to obtain information about hazardous chemicals used in your work area Read/Understand labels/MSDSs before you start working Ask questions if you are not sure Keep your work area clean Use required protective equipment/clothing Do NOT eat, drink or smoke around chemicals Practice good personal hygiene practices, e.g. wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking Learn emergency procedures for your area Follow procedures for disposal and spill clean-up

Slide26: 

Proof of a Successful HAZCOM Program is YOU ! How well you practice safe and healthful work habits will determine your safety and well-being and will ensure a long productive career!

Questions (?) and/or Comments: 

Questions (?) and/or Comments Contact: Rosa Reulbach FSH Installation Safety Office 221-3837 E-mail: rosa.reulbach@samhouston.army.mil