Benzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon that is produced by the burning of natural products. It is found in gasoline and other fuels, and is used in the manufacture of plastics, detergents, pesticides and other chemicals. Benzene is a clear, colorless liquid with a pleasant, sweet odor. The odor of benzene does not provide adequate warning of its hazard. In fact, benzene can cause serious health problems that you must understand if you work with it. This module covers the hazards of benzene and how to work safely with benzene. Ideal learners are all employees.
Hazard Communication violations are among OSHA's Top 10 most-cited standards every year. In FY2024, failure to comply led to thousands of citations. Proper training prevents chemical burns, respiratory illness, and toxic exposure.
This course is designed for workers who handle, store, or are exposed to hazardous chemicals — including manufacturing workers, lab technicians, maintenance staff, cleaners, and construction workers.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires employers to inform workers about chemical hazards through labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and training. This is consistently one of OSHA's most-cited standards.
This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:
This course provides a certificate of completion. For the official OSHA (DOL) wallet card required on most job sites, enroll in OSHA 10-Hour ($59) or OSHA 30-Hour (from $159) training.
Finish this 16-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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