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OSHA has estimated that more than 32 million workers are exposed to 650,000 hazardous chemical products in more than 3 million American workplaces. This poses a serious problem for exposed employers and their employees.

The basic goal of an effective hazard communication program is to ensure employers and employees know the identities and hazards of chemicals in their workplaces. When employers and employees have such information, it can be used to design and implement appropriate protective measures to reduce the incidence of adverse effects.

The following questions link to information that can assist employers and employees to ensure that hazard communication is properly addressed in their workplaces.
What is hazard communication? What is hazard communication?
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OSHA Standards What OSHA standards apply?
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Hazard Determination Where can I find information for hazard determinations?
 
HAZCOM Program What information is available regarding the elements of a hazard communication program?
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Globally Harmonized System of Classification What is the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals? 
Additional Information What additional information is available?
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