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Hazard Communication and GHS Flashcards

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  1. Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS 2012), how many pictograms are defined in the GHS system adopted in the U.S.?

    Answer: 8

    OSHA's HCS 2012 incorporates 8 GHS pictograms to represent different physical and health hazards.

  2. Which section of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) contains first-aid measures?

    Answer: Section 4

    Section 4 of a 16-section SDS is dedicated to first-aid measures for exposed individuals.

  3. An employer must provide employees access to SDSs for hazardous chemicals:

    Answer: At all times during each work shift

    OSHA requires that SDSs be readily accessible to employees at all times during their work shift.

  4. The GHS signal word 'Danger' indicates what relative level of hazard compared to 'Warning'?

    Answer: Higher severity

    'Danger' is used for more severe hazard categories, while 'Warning' applies to less severe ones within the same hazard class.

  5. Which element is NOT required on a GHS-compliant label under OSHA HCS 2012?

    Answer: Date of manufacture

    GHS labels require product identifier, signal word, hazard/precautionary statements, pictograms, and supplier info, but not the date of manufacture.

  6. A CET trainer developing a HazCom training session should emphasize that employees must be trained:

    Answer: Before initial assignment and when new hazards are introduced

    OSHA HCS requires HazCom training before initial assignment and whenever a new chemical hazard is introduced to the work area.