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2007 - 09/24/2007 - OSHA announces three actions to protect workers exposed to butter flavorings |
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National News Release 07-1457-NAT Sept. 24, 2007 Contact: Sharon Worthy Phone: (202) 693-4676 OSHA announces three actions to protect workers exposed to butter flavorings
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced today that it is taking the following three actions that will address concerns regarding diacetyl exposure in the workplace:
"OSHA's goal is to protect workers from exposure to chemical hazards associated with microwave popcorn manufacturing," said Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA Edwin G. Foulke Jr. "Our open, transparent regulatory process will seek information and guidance from all stakeholders to gather the best information on the health effects of exposure to diacetyl. That information will allow us to institute effective protections for workers." The SHIB provides information on health effects for workers exposed to butter flavorings in microwave popcorn processing plants; information on exposure controls that may be used to reduce exposures to butter flavorings; and information on applicable OSHA standards. The Hazard Communication Guidance alerts employers, workers, manufacturers and importers about new information related to the health hazards associated with diacetyl and food flavorings containing diacetyl; and provides guidance on how to develop material safety data sheets and hazard warning labels to be in compliance with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard. Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their workers. OSHA's role is to assure the safety and health of America's working men and women by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual process improvement in workplace safety and health. For more information, visit www.osha.gov. ###
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