Supervisors are responsible for identifying any new hazardous chemical before it is introduced into the workplace and informing employees in the work area about the dangers of such hazardous substances. OEHS will assist in designing the training and identifying new hazards. 4.0 Procedures 4.1 Training All new employees who may work with hazardous substances receive Hazard Communication training during new employee orientation. Individual departments will provide job-specific training on the safe use of hazardous substances in their work area. Additional training is provided whenever a new hazard is introduced into a work area.
Training includes classroom instruction and an opportunity for the employee to ask questions.
4.2 Written Plan Copies of the University s comprehensive written Hazard Communication Plan may be obtained from OEHS and are also available on the OEHS Home Page . 4.3 Warning Labeling Hazardous substance containers must be labeled with the chemical name, the hazard warning and measures to protect the user against exposure risks. All employees and students are expected to read labels and follow instructions and warnings. Detailed labeling requirements are specified in the University s Hazard Communication Plan. MSDSs are available in your immediate work area.