OVERVIEW
The purpose of this unit is to give trainees a general understanding of the purpose and use of warning signs and various types of labels. At the conclusion of this unit, trainees will have a basic understanding of government regulations that deal with labeling. They will also have a general understanding of the types of information that can be obtained from hazardous product labels, shipping labels and warning signs.

OBJECTIVES

Overview

·         Identify government regulations regarding labeling.

Hazardous Product Labels

·         Describe types of information that can be found on hazardous product labels.

Shipping Labels

·         Describe types of information that can be found on DOT shipping labels and markings.

Warning Signs

·         Describe types of information that can be found on warning signs.

SUBJECTS

Overview

·         Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

·         OSHA Hazard Communication Standard

·         DOT Regulations

·         Examples of Warning Signs and Labels

Hazardous Product Labels

·         NFPA Hazard Rating System

·         HMIS Rating System

Shipping Labels

·         DOT Shipping Labels and Markings

Warning Signs

·         Types of Information

Protection

·         Informing Workers

·         Preventing Exposure

·         Preventing Accidental Operation

·         Tools Equipment

·         Personal Gear

Emergencies

·         Aiding a Shock Victim

·         Fighting an Electrical Fire