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hazardous chemicals. The hazard communication regulation exempts hazardous waste (as <br />defined by the :EPA in 40 CFR 261), biohazards, and radiation hazards as defined by OSHA hi <br />the hazard communication standard. The purpose of the hazard communication program is to <br />ensure chemical hazards located at the site are communicated to all personnel in accordance <br />with 29 CFR 1910.12oo and 1926.59, and 30 CFR 47. The hazard communication program <br />addresses employee training, container labeling, and MSDSs as discussed below. <br />Information about project specific chemical hazards is communicated to employees through an <br />initial site orientation meeting (site-specific health and safety meeting) and during subsequent <br />tailgate safety meetings. At a minimum, employees will be instructed on the following: <br />• Chemicals and their hazards at the work area. <br />• How to prevent exposure to these hazardous chemicals and substances. <br />• Procedures to follow if exposed to the chemicals and substances. <br />• How to read and interpret labels and MSDSs for hazardous substances and chemicals. <br />• Emergency spill procedures. <br />• Proper storage and labeling. <br />• Procedure for bringing new chemicals on site. <br />Primary containers of hazardous chemicals and substances must be labeled as to the contents, <br />appropriate hazard warning, and the name and address of the manufacturer. Secondary <br />containers must be labeled with the chemical name and hazards, at a minimum. The SSHO is <br />responsible for label verification for this project, and employees are responsible for reporting, <br />unlabeled containers to the SSHO. <br />MSDSs must be obtained from the manufacturers for each hazardous substance or chemical <br />used on the site. If the manufacturer does not include the MSDS when the item is shipped, the <br />manufacturer will be contacted by telephone or facsimile to obtain the MSDS. A listing of <br />hazardous substances and chemicals in use at the site will be filed onsite with the MSDSs. TLe <br />• <br />MSDSs will be maintained onsite and reviewed for new or changed information. Affected <br />employees will be informed of any such information. Site personnel may request MSDSs for <br />review at any time. is