Application of the HCS to Borax Powered Hand Soap.
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June 30, 1986
Richard H. Schwank
President, PSP, Inc.
Peacher-Schwank Plastics, Inc.
10109 Two Notch Road
Columbia, South Carolina 29206
Dear Mr. Schwank:
President Reagan has asked the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to respond to your letter of May 21, concerning the application of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), 29 CFR 1910.1200 to Borax Powered Hand Soap.