Occupational Exposures to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Standard

Question 1

history of Occupational Exposures to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Standard

Answer 1

issued by OSHA in 1990. Extension of HCS written specifically for labs

Question 2

What is occupational exposures to hazardous chemicals in laboratories standard also known as

Answer 2

“Laboratory Standard” and “Chemical Hygiene Standard”

Question 3

purpose of the occupational exposures to hazardous chemicals in laboratories standard

Answer 3

to limit employee exposure to hazardous chemicals to levels at or below permissible exposure levels (PELs)

Question 4

Primary requirements for occupational exposures to hazardous chemicals in laboratories standard

Answer 4

written chemical hygiene plan outlining standard operating procedures for use, storage, exposure control, and disposal of hazardous chemicals; designation of chemical hygiene officer, hazard identification and labeling; MSDS for each chemical readily accessible to employees on each shift; use of PPE; proper maintenance of fume hoods and other protective equipment; monitoring of employee exposure to hazardous chemicals; medical exams at no cost in cases of suspected overexposure; training on initial assignment and before assignments involving new exposures