Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 004D Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1): The employer did not develop, implement, and/or maintain at the workplace a written hazard communication program which describes how the criteria specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200(f), (g), and (h) will be met. The program shall address and complete the elements described in this section including, but not limited to, the following: a) Develop a written hazard communication program with a list of hazardous chemicals known to be present in the facility and methods the employer will use to inform employees of the hazards of the chemicals; b) Ensure labeling is maintained for each chemical container; c) Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each hazardous chemical in the workplace; d) Train employees on hazardous chemicals in their workplace on the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new chemical hazard is introduced in the employees' workplace. Employees shall be trained on the requirements of this section, operations in their work area where hazardous chemicals are present, and the location and availability of the written hazard communication program including the list of hazardous chemicals and safety data sheets. On or about August 17, 2018, and times prior thereto, the employer had not developed or implemented a written hazard communication program for employees using chemicals such as, but not limited to, Signet Neutral Floor Cleaner, Signet Heavy Duty Non-Acid Washroom Cleaner, Permatex White Lithium Grease and Lead, exposing employees to corrosive damage to body tissues and other health hazards.