Hazard Communication Awareness (OSHA)

Overview

This awareness course introduces the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and OSHA-aligned hazard communication requirements for chemicals in the workplace. Participants learn how chemical hazards are classified, labelled, communicated, and controlled through labels, pictograms, and safety data sheets.

This course is delivered as RelyOn eLearning and has an approximate duration of 60 minutes.

Who is it For

This course is suitable for employees, supervisors, contractors, and others who use, handle, store, or may be exposed to hazardous chemicals at work.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:

• Explain what the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is and when it was adopted by OSHA
• Explain what each GHS pictogram identifies
• Explain why the GHS is needed
• Explain the role of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
• Describe what is included in SDSs
• Explain what signal words are
• Explain how carcinogens are classified under the GHS
• Explain how acute toxicity is classified under the GHS
• Describe GHS chemical and safety labels

Course Content

The course includes topics such as:

• Introduction to GHS
• OSHA hazard communication principles
• Chemical classification and labelling
• GHS pictograms and signal words
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Employee responsibilities
• Safe chemical handling and communication

Assessment

Learners are assessed through knowledge checks and assessment questions throughout the course. This course includes 20 questions.

Certificate

Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion issued by RelyOn.

OSHA-Aligned eLearning

This course is developed by RelyOn and aligned with relevant OSHA requirements and guidance. OSHA does not approve, accredit, certify, or endorse individual training providers or courses. This training is intended to support awareness and understanding of workplace safety requirements related to OSHA.