Hazard Communication Plan (Non-Laboratory Requirements)
The Hazard Communication Plan applies to all non-laboratory and non-warehouse workplaces where employees are exposed to hazardous chemicals/products. The Plan provides general chemical safety guidelines and information, and details responsibilities. The written plan describes how each facility will implement the program.
Note: Chemical laboratories should follow requirements for laboratories. |
The designated program coordinator should complete the "Hazard Communication Plan" template ( doc | pdf ). The plan should be printed out and placed in a binder (or maintained on an accessible computer) with all required supporting documents, such as the chemical list and material safety data sheets. The binder or computer must be kept in a location where it can be accessed by all personnel. Steps include:
- Assigning responsible parties to implement and maintain the specified program requirements.
- Placing a copy of the "Chemical List" with the plan.
- Placing copies of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all products listed on the Chemical List with the plan.
- Conduct employee training on the plan, include the location of the plan and material safety data sheets, and document it on the "Training Record for Hazardous Chemicals/Products". The supervisor or program coordinator should maintain this record in a separate file along with other training documentation.
- Reviewing the plan and updating as necessary. Remember to enter the date, reviewer, and relative comments to the "Record of Annual Review".