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29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(3): Employee training did not include at least: (i) Methods and observations that may be used to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemical in the work area (such as monitoring conducted by the employer, continuous monitoring devices, visual appearance or odor of hazardous chemicals when being released, etc.); (ii) The physical, health, simple asphyxiation, combustible dust, and pyrophoric gas hazards, as well as hazards not otherwise classified, of the chemicals in the work area; (iii) The measures employees can take to protect themselves from these hazards, including specific procedures the employer has implemented to protect employees from exposure to hazardous chemicals, such as appropriate work practices, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment to be used; and, (iv) The details of the hazard communication program developed by the employer, including an explanation of the labels received on shipped containers and the workplace labeling system used by their employer; the safety data sheet, including the order of information and how employees can obtain and use the appropriate hazard information: On or about December 5, 2019, the employer failed to ensure that effective training on various hazardous chemicals, including, but not limited to paint, paint thinner, and abrasive blasting materials, was provided to employees at the time of initial assignment. The training failed to include the hazards associated with the specific chemicals in the work area and the measures employees can take to protect themselves.