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29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): Employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program included the requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) and (e)(1)(ii): a) Strong Brews - 5000 Township Line Road, Bethlehem, PA - Brew Tank Area - On or about April 30, 2024, employees were required to work with and around hazardous chemicals, such as but not limited to, sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide flake, and the employer did not develop and implement a written hazard communication program in accordance with this section. ABATEMENT NOTE: A written program shall include descriptions of how the criteria for the following will be met: 1. Labeling, pictograms, and other forms of warning; 2. Safety Data Sheets; 3. Employee information and training. Additionally, a list of hazardous chemicals known to be present in the workplace must be compiled. Methods used to inform employees of the hazards associated with non-routine tasks and the informing of contractors of workplace hazards, including a description of the labeling system used in the facility and of the availability of safety data sheets, must also be addressed. The written program must be made available upon request. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states that employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.