HAZWOPER 40 Section 4 Revision Questions and Answers

What does NIOSH stand for? National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health What document details a products health and safety information in writing? SDS Briefly explain what the four NFPA system colors are with their associated hazard warnings. Blue: health Red: flammability Yellow: instability White: special Briefly explain what the four HMIS system colors are with their associated hazard warnings. Blue: health Red: flammability Orange: physical hazards White: recommended PPE Under the Hazard Communication Regulation, who must supply the SDS's to the employer? Manufacturer/Distributor What should you do if you find an item on a SDS is missing or left blank? Notify your supervisor How many hazard classes and divisions are currently referenced or listed by the Department of Transportation (DOT) 9 classes 16 divisions What information must be provided on an SDS for a trade secret chemical? Name Contact information of manufacturer Appropriate hazard warnings The fourth color, white, of the HMIS system represents what? Recommended PPE What documentation must be carried by every hazardous material transporter? Shipping papersHCS 2012 29 cfr 1910.1200 HazCom When was HazCom introduced? 1983