Overview:

• Helps you meet OSHA's training requirements under the Hazard Communication Standard
• Introduces the major components of OSHA's most commonly violated standard through a risk scenario employees can relate to
• Teaches your employees the essentials of working safely with hazardous chemicals
• Major topics covered include the following:
  • The Hazard Communication Standard
  • Hazardous Chemical Inventory
  • Material Safety Data Sheets
  • Labeling
  • Employee Information and Training
  • The Written Program
• Available in English and Spanish
• Ready-to-use training program includes several components
• Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired

Program Components

• (1) 20-Minute Video - Combines engaging video and editing technology with expertise from industry professionals at all levels.
• (1) Instructor's Guide - Gives background information, training tips, practice risk scenarios and training log.
• (11) Employee Handbooks - With tear-out information cards and training receipt, provide a portable reference after training.
• (1) Awareness Poster - Reminds employees of the importance of Hazard Communication.
• (1) Trainer's Tools CD-ROM (not sold separately) - Contains transparency masters and quizzes with answer keys to help customize your training session. Also features a Hazard Communication Glossary, clip art, posters, and a training log. The minimum computer system requirements for the Trainer Tools CD-ROM are Office 2000, with Word, and Internet Explorer version 5.5.

DVD Main Menu

• Play Program - Plays entire main program.
• Chapter Selections - Allows easy access to specific subtopics for more focused training.
  • The Risk Scenario - Shows two employees who disregard proper labeling procedures
  • Introduction - Dangers of hazardous chemicals; Importance of the Hazard Communication Standard
  • What Makes a Chemical Hazardous? - Physical hazards; Acute (short-term) health hazards; Chronic (long-term) health hazards
  • The Hazard Communication Standard - Hazcom training requirements;  Overview of how Hazard Communication works, from the chemical manufacturing plant to your company
  • Chemical Inventory - Chemical Inventory defined;  Chemical Inventory maintenance
  • Material Safety Data Sheets - Location; MSDS sections: chemical composition, precautions, fire and explosion data, what to do in case of fire, health hazards, first aid measures
  • Labeling - Labeling requirements; Re-labeling; Missing labels; Labeling systems, and what the symbols mean;  Situations where labeling is not required
  • Information and Training - Employees must be provided with training before working with hazardous chemicals
  • Written Program - Written Program defined; Employer responsibilities
  • What Can You Do? - Overview of what employees can do to keep them safe from chemical hazards
  • Conclusion - Revisits the opening scenario, and explains the importance of proper labeling; Reiterates the dangers of hazardous chemicals and how awareness and knowledge can keep the workplace safe
• Review - Provides a quick way to refresh memory on key points of the program to better aid retention.
• Commentary – Offers additional interviews by industry professionals.
• Quiz – 10 interactive questions; offers correct/incorrect remediation to reinforce effectiveness of training.
• Message for Management – Gives introduction to the training program and topic for trainers/management.

Producer: J.J. Keller