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What is the HCS (Hazard Communication Standard)?
According to the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) the Hazard Communication Standard requires all employers
to use proper signage to indicate hazardous substances and how to use them. A
hazardous substance is any substance that can cause a health or physical
hazard. This standard is often referred
to as the HAZCOM standard or Employee Right-to-Know – 29 CFR 1910.1200. The
purpose behind the proper signage comes down to 3 main points:
1.To provide a safe and healthy wo
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14th Jan 2020