Hazard Communication / GHS Training

The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is aligned with the seventh revision of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). This update to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) provides a common and coherent approach to classifying chemicals and communicating hazard information on labels and safety data sheets. The MIOSHA Part 42, 92, & 430 Hazard Communication standard improves the quality and consistency of hazard information in the workplace, making it safer for workers by providing easily understandable information on appropriate handling and safe use of hazardous chemicals. Use the links below to access the MIOSHA Hazard Communication handouts and OSHA's Hazard Communication tools and information. 

Hazard Communication Employee Training - Narrated PowerPoint Modules 

*Note: Training shall also be supplemented with site-specific information regarding the hazards of chemicals employees are exposed to. 

Module 1: Overview of MIOSHA Hazard Communication Standard (Time is 6 mins)
Module 2: Chemical Classifications (Time is 10 mins)
Module 3: Labeling and other Forms of Warning (Time is 13 mins)
Module 4: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) (Time is 11 mins)

NOTE: This Hazard Communication Employee Training program has been divided into four modules for use as "toolbox" talks and to reduce download file size. 

• MIOSHA Workplace Safety and Health Video Streaming currently has several on demand streaming videos that employers can view use to supplement employee hazard communication training.

Additional Resources:

• Hazard Communication Example Fill In the Blank  Plan (MS Word) (CET-5530)
• Right To Know Hazard Communication Compliance Guide (SP-22)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Location Poster (CET-2105)
• New/Revised Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Poster (CET-2106)

OSHA Tools:

• Safety & Health Topics Page: Hazard Communication
• OSHA Wallet Card
• OSHA Brief - Hazard Communication Standard: Labels & Pictograms
• OSHA Fact Sheet -Training Requirements for the Revised Hazard Communication Standard (December 1, 2013)
• OSHA Publication 3695 - Hazard Communication: Small Entity Compliance Guide for Employers That Use Hazardous Chemicals (March 2014)
• OSHA Publication FS-3696 - Steps to an Effective Hazardous Communication Program for Employers That Use Hazardous Chemicals (March 2014)
• OSHA Publication 3844 Hazard Communication: Hazard Classification Guide for Manufacturers, Importers, and Employers
• United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) Publications (past and current versions)