This course presents fundamental information on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification (GHS) and Labeling of potentially hazardous chemicals. Upon completing the course, employees should:
– Know why OSHA adopted the GHS.
– Understand what the GHS has changed within the Hazard Communication Standard.
– Recognize what information is included in GHS Safety Data Sheets and how it is organized.
– Understand what information is provided on a GHS container label, and how it is conveyed.
– Know what training is required under the GHS.
– Know by what dates the various parts of the GHS must be implemented.

1910.1200(g) (HCS) – Hazard Communication Standard

• This online Introduction to GHS (The Globally Harmonized System) course covers the following topics:
  • What is the Globally Harmonized System?
  • Why did OSHA adopt the GHS?
  • Hazard Classification
  • The “Safety Data Sheet”
  • Container Labeling (Text elements)
  • Container Labeling (Pictograms)
  • Information and Training
  • GHS “phrase in” dates

Approximately 45 minutes

A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to pass this course.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.