Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Communication Online
Note: This course was previously titled Hazard Communication - Online.
Intended audience
This course is required initially for University personnel who use chemicals in their work or education.
Description
This course teaches how to recognize and understand the elements of the University’s written hazard communication program, including how to identify and evaluate chemical hazards using the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) international classification of chemical hazards, label elements, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). This lesson does not address the use of specific labels, markings, or other communication methods that are employer-specific.
Regulations and resources
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Accommodations and language services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations to individuals who need them.
- To request a disability accommodation, please contact the UW Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (V), 206-543-6452(TTY), or email at dso@uw.edu.
- To request safety training in a language other than English, please contact EH&S training at ehstrain@uw.edu and notify your supervisor. EH&S will work with you and your supervisor to arrange for interpretation or translation services.
- For other accommodation requests, please contact EH&S Training at ehstrain@uw.edu.
Duration
25 minutes
Prerequisites
None
Course mode
Online
Course cost
$0.00