Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 007B Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard was introduced into their work area. a) Throughout facility - On or about 4/26/23, employees who work with materials such as, but not limited to Casella Blue Premium Aqua Enamel (containing 2-butoxyethanol, methyl alcohol, and sec-butyl alcohol, Spray Nine Heavy Duty Cleaner and Degreaser (containing dipropylene glycol monbutyl ether, and ethoxylated alcohols) and welding fumes (including iron and manganese) were not provided with information and training on the hazardous materials that they work with. Employees shall be informed of the following: 1) The requirements of this section; 2) Any operations where hazardous chemicals are present; AND 3) The location and availability of the written Hazard Communication Program, list(s) of hazardous chemicals, and Safety Data Sheets. Employee training shall include at least: 1) Methods and observations that may be used to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemical in the work area. 2) The physical and health hazards of the chemicals in the work area. 3) The measures employees can take to protect themselves such as specific procedures, appropriate work practices, emergency procedures and personal protective equipment to be used. 4) The details of the employers Hazard Communication Program including an explanation of labeling systems, Safety Data Sheets, and how employees can obtain and use the appropriate hazard information. ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED