HAZCOM: In The Know Training Course

Hazardous chemicals are essential to millions of workplaces, keeping processes running and businesses moving forward. But when these powerful substances are mishandled, the results aren't just inconvenient—they can lead to serious health issues, fires, or dangerous reactions. Nearly all incidents involving chemicals are preventable when everyone in the facility commits to the fundamental rules of hazard communication.

Whether you are working with industrial solvents, flammable gases, or common cleaning agents, this course gives you the essential, non-negotiable practices that protect you and your coworkers. We cut straight to the core of the issue by focusing on OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, commonly known as the "Right to Know" law.

Are you absolutely sure you know what the pictograms on a chemical label mean? Do you know exactly where to find the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for a new cleaner, and more importantly, how to quickly find emergency first aid information in its 16-section format? And, most importantly, do you know the proper ways to protect yourself from routes of entry like inhalation or skin absorption?

This training goes beyond the basics to cover critical details, like understanding how to properly store incompatible chemicals and the absolute need for a written hazard communication program. We also review the serious consequences of improper spill cleanup and when you should step back and leave it to the experts. Remember, you have specific rights under this standard, including the right to receive information regarding the hazardous substances you may be exposed to.

This course ensures you have the practical steps—from identifying signal words like "Danger" or "Warning" to verifying proper labeling on small portable containers—to keep yourself and your facility secure, informed, and safe. Stick to these basics, build a true culture of safety, and the job runs smoother while everyone stays protected.

This program is available with Spanish, French, and Vietnamese closed captions.