Exposure to hazardous chemicals in the workplace can present significant health and safety risks which can have serious consequences. In spite of the risks, if those working with hazardous chemicals have adequate knowledge about the hazards and proper equipment and techniques are employed, then injuries and illness can be avoided.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established two programs to protect employees who work with hazardous chemicals. The OSHA Laboratory Standard applies to employees involved in the laboratory use hazardous chemicals, while the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (or Worker Right-to-Know) applies to all other employees who work with hazardous chemicals.
Risk Management & Safety has developed information and programs (below) to assist the campus community in complying with these government regulations. These guides contain information on the basis for regulatory compliance programs and more importantly, provide chemical safety information and recommend safe practices and procedures for working safely.
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