Center for Adult and Continuing Studies

This course is designed to provide the learner with an understanding of the requirements of the 2012 MIOSHA Hazard Communication Standards for Construction Safety and Health, General Industry Safety, and Occupational Health, (Parts 42, 92, and 430) as well as Right-To-Know Requirements in Act 154. This includes the new requirements related to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to evaluate an existing hazard communication program and/or create and implement a hazard communication program that is compliant with the 2012 changes. The goal of the course will be to protect employees by increasing employer compliance with the requirements of this standard.

• Describe purpose and scope of Hazard Communication (Haz Com) Standard and recognize exempt employers or conditions.
• Differentiate between the requirements of the 1994 and 2012 Haz Com Standard and changes in Act 154.
• Classify chemicals using the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).
• Evaluate chemical labels and SDSs