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Objectives

Hazard communication applies to everyone in the workplace. From deputy commissioners to entry-level and newly hired employees, every New York State employee has a responsibility for maintaining a healthy and safe workplace.

Upon completing this program, you will be able to:

• Identify hazardous chemicals in your workplace and ways you can prevent exposure to these chemicals.
• List the information provided by the primary labeling of hazardous chemicals.
• Describe the information provided by a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
• State the responsibilities regarding compliance with the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and NYS Right-to-Know Law.

This program is organized into four modules and a final review. We recommend beginning your learning with the Introduction module and continuing in the order shown.

Introduction

Chemicals in the Workplace

Material Safety Data Sheets

Administration

Final Review Questions

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