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# 1926.59-HAZARD COMMUNICATION (cont.) ## Recordkeeping 1910.1200(e)(1)-Employers shall develop, implement, and maintain at each workplace, a written hazard communication program which at least describes how the criteria specified in paragraphs (f), (g), and (h) of this section for labels and other forms of warning, safety data sheets, and employee information and training will be met. [Reference paragraph (e) for specific information.] 1910.1200(e)(5)-Where employees must travel between workplaces during a workshift, i.e., their work is carried out at more than one geographical location, the written hazard communication program may be kept at the primary workplace facility. 1910.1200(f)(7)-The employer may use signs, placards, process sheets, batch tickets, operating procedures, or other such written materials in lieu of affixing labels to individual stationary process containers, as long as the alternative method identifies the containers to which it is applicable and conveys the information required by paragraph (f)(6) [Workplace Labeling] of this section to be on a label. The employer shall ensure the written materials are readily accessible to the employees in their work area throughout each work shift. 1910.1200(g)(2)-The chemical manufacturer or importer preparing the safety data sheet shall ensure that it is in English (although the employer may maintain copies in other languages as well), and includes at least the following section numbers and headings, and associated information under each heading, in the order listed (See Appendix D to §1910.1200-Safety Data Sheets, for the specific content of each section of the safety data sheet). [Reference paragraph (g)(2) for specific information.] 1910.1200(g)(3)-If no relevant information is found for any sub-heading within a section on the safety data sheet, the chemical manufacturer, importer or employer preparing the safety data sheet shall mark it to indicate that no applicable information was found. 191…

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# 29 CFR 1926 Subpart C-General Safety and Health Provisions (cont.) ## Training and Communications (cont.) 1926.20(f)(2)-Training. Standards in this part requiring training on hazards and related matters, such as standards requiring that employees receive training or that the employer train employees, provide training to employees, or institute or implement a training program, impose a separate compliance duty with respect to each employee covered by the requirement. The employer must train each affected employee in the manner required by the standard, and each failure to train an employee may be consid- ered a separate violation. ## Competent Person 1926.20(b)(2)-Such programs shall provide for frequent and regular inspections of the job sites, materials, and equipment to be made by competent persons designated by the employers. Qualified Person 1926.20(b)(4)-The employer shall permit only those employees qualified by training or experience to operate equipment and machinery. Signs, Markings and Tags 1926.20(b)(3)-The use of any machinery, tool, material, or equipment which is not in compliance with any applicable requirement of this part is prohibited. Such machine, tool, material, or equipment shall either be identified as unsafe by tagging or locking the controls to render them inoperable or shall be physically removed from its place of operation. ## 1926.21-SAFETY TRAINING AND EDUCATION Scope/Application: General requirements. The Secretary shall, pursuant to section 107(f) of the Act, establish and supervise programs for the education and training of employers and employees in the recognition, avoidance and prevention of unsafe conditions in employments covered by the act. ## STANDARD HIGHLIGHTS - Programs, Plans and Procedures-training programs, procedures - Training and Communications-instruct employees Programs, Plans and Procedures 1926.21(b)(1)-The employer should avail himself of the safety and health training programs the Secretary provi…

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# F. Safety Recommendations-Physical Hazards (cont.) (1) Fire alarm policy. Most organizations use fire alarms whenever a building needs to be evacuated-for any reason. When a fire alarm sounds in the facility, evacuate immediately after extinguishing all equipment flames. Check on and assist others who may require help evacuating. (2) Emergency safety equipment. The following safety elements should be met: a. A written emergency action plan has been provided to workers; b. Fire extinguishers, eyewash units, and safety showers are available and tested on a regular basis; and C. Fire blankets, first-aid equipment, fire alarms, and telephones are available and accessible. (3) Chemical spills. Workers should contact the CHO or EHS office for instructions before cleaning up a chemical spill. All SDS and label instructions should be followed, and appropriate PPE should be worn during spill cleanup. (4) Accident procedures. In the event of an accident, immediately notify appropriate personnel and local emergency responders. Provide an SDS of any chemical involved to the attending physician. Complete an accident report and submit it to the appropriate office or individual within 24 hours. (5) Employee safety training program. New workers should attend safety training before they begin any activities. Additional training should be provided when they advance in their duties or are required to perform a task for the first time. Training documents should be recorded and maintained. Training should include hands-on instruction of how to use safety equipment appropriately. (6) Conduct drills. Practice building evacuations, including the use of alternate routes. Practice shelter-in-place, including plans for extended stays. Walk the fastest route from your work area to the nearest fire alarm, emergency eye wash and emergency shower. Learn how each is activated. In the excitement of an actual emergency, people rely on what they learned from drills, practice and trainin…