The Act applies to colleges and universities and other public employers over whom OSHA does not have jurisdiction. A listing of hazardous chemicals on premises to which employees might be exposed under normal conditions of use or in foreseeable emergency has been completed by the Campus Safety Officer. This list is reviewed annually and hard copies maintained at all appropriate workstations for review by employees at any time. The University does not have any chemical inventories that exceed 55 gallons or 500 pounds. The best way to protect your health and safety is to know about each of the chemicals you work with.
Some chemicals can explode or start fires.
Others can cause skin rashes, breathing problems, or more serious illnesses. But, if you handle hazardous chemicals carefully, following the right precautions, these chemicals can be handled safely. These give you key health and safety information about the hazardous chemicals in your work area. New employees will be advised of the Hazard Communication Act, its requirements, and of any operation in their work area involving hazardous chemicals or physical agents. Training will be provided as part of the safety meetings conducted by the Safety Officer or outside trainer.