939ARWI91-301 — Workplace Written Hazard communications Program

939ARWI91-301 governs the Workplace Written Hazard Communications Program for hazardous materials at Portland Air National Guard Base.

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  • Publication number: 939ARWI91-301
  • Title: WORKPLACE WRITTEN HAZARD COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM
  • Date: 2003-04-01

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939ARWI91-301 addresses workplace requirements, hazardous chemical inventories, material safety data sheets, employee training, and non-routine tasks. It requires accessible hazard information, updated programs and inventories, training before hazardous chemical work, and written procedures for applicable non-routine tasks.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all personnel assigned or attached to the 939th Air Refueling Wing and stationed at Portland Air National Guard Base.

Topics covered

  • Workplace hazard communication requirements
  • Material Safety Data Sheets
  • Employee hazardous chemical training
  • Hazardous chemical inventories
  • Non-routine hazardous material tasks
  • Hazard communication inspections

Questions and answers

How often must commanders update the Workplace Written Hazard Communication Program?

Ensure the Workplace Written Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Program requirements are completed and routinely updated (at least annually). (paragraph 2)

What must work area supervisors do with Material Safety Data Sheets?

Work area supervisors will maintain copies of MSDSs for all hazardous chemicals used in their work area. (paragraph 3)

Can employees work around hazardous chemicals before completing training?

No employee will be allowed to work within, or around a hazardous chemical without first attending the FHCTP. (paragraph 4)

When is additional hazard communication training required?

Hazard communication training is only required once. However, employees will receive specific training prior to utilizing new chemicals introduced into the work area or when they are assigned to a different work area that utilized chemicals for which they have not received prior training. (paragraph 4)

What must a hazardous chemical inventory contain at a minimum?

As a minimum, the chemical inventory will contain the identity of each hazardous chemical used in the work area as it appears on the MSDS. (paragraph 5)

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