AFI90-821_RAMSTEINABSUP — Hazard Communication

AFI90-821_RAMSTEINABSUP governs the installation written hazard communication program at Ramstein Air Base.

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  • Publication number: AFI90-821_RAMSTEINABSUP
  • Title: HAZARD COMMUNICATION
  • Date: 2018-03-12

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The publication addresses GHS alignment, workplace-specific HAZCOM programs, German chemical labeling, training, chemical inventories, and Safety Data Sheets. It requires workplace binders, approved training, annual reviews, current inventories, and properly maintained SDSs.

Applies to: This supplement applies to all units and tenants assigned to Ramstein Air Base (RAB) that handle or use hazardous chemicals as defined in Federal Standard 313, Materials Furnished to Government Activities, and AFI 90-821.

Topics covered

  • Workplace-specific HAZCOM programs
  • Hazardous chemical inventories
  • Safety Data Sheets
  • Chemical container labeling
  • HAZCOM training
  • German chemical labeling requirements

Questions and answers

What must a workplace-specific HAZCOM program binder contain?

Develop a Workplace Specific Hazard Communication Program Binder and make that binder readily available in the workplace to all personnel. (paragraph 90-821)

How often must workplace-specific HAZCOM training be reviewed?

The shop supervisor or HAZCOM Program Manager will review Workplace Specific HAZCOM Training at least annually and when a new hazard is brought into the work area/shop to ensure all processes, chemicals, and controls are accurately listed within this training. (paragraph 90-821)

What information must a hazardous chemical inventory list?

At a minimum, the inventory must list the identity of each hazardous chemical used in the work area by name, stock or part number, and manufacturer as it appears on the SDS. (paragraph 90-821)

Can the hazardous chemical inventory be handwritten?

The hazardous chemical inventory may not be hand written, but the SDS cross reference label may be. (paragraph 90-821)

How often must the chemical inventory and SDSs be updated?

The work area/shop supervisor will review and update the chemical inventory and SDSs at least annually to ensure applicability and currency. (paragraph 90-821)

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