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Document ID (ISN)53716
CIS number 90-440
Year 1989
Convention or series no. OSHA 3116
Author(s)
Department of Labor
Title Information on the Hazard Communication Standard
Original title Información sobre riesgos - Normas de cumplimiento [in Spanish]
Bibliographic information OSHA Publications Office, 200 Constitution Ave. N.W., Room N3101, Washington D.C. 20210, USA, 1989. 27p.
Abstract Spanish-language information booklet explaining provisions of the US Hazard Communication Standard (see CIS 89-1417). Discussion topics: how to familiarise oneself with the Standard; identification of those responsible for its implementation; identification of high-risk chemicals in the workplace; preparation and implementation of a hazard communication programme in the workplace; labels and other forms of warning; material safety data sheets; information and training of employees; check-list of requirements; list of important addresses and telephone numbers in the US.
Descriptors (primary) dangerous substances; USA; harmful substances; toxic substances; training material; chemical hazards; hazard identification; information of personnel; chemical products
Descriptors (secondary) hazard evaluation; warning notices; safety programmes; check lists; comment on law; comment on standard; safety training in industry; translation
Document type C - Training manuals, audiovisual material
Subject(s) Toxic and dangerous substances
Broad subject area(s) Chemical safety
Browse category(ies) OSH training
Classification and labelling of chemicals