Schleis Floor Covering

SCHLEIS FLOOR COVERING

Written Hazard Communication Program

For Compliance with the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 1910.1200

Introduction

This written program establishes policies and provides clarification to ensure uniform compliance of the hazard communication standard.

Hazard Communication Standard

Section I

Program Elements

I.  List of Hazardous Chemicals

II.  Written Program

III.  Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

IV.  Labels and Other Hazard Warnings

V.  Employee Information and Training

Appendix A:

1.  Vendor MSDS query

2.  Employee documentation forms

Section II

Hazard Communication Written Program

I.  General

The purpose of this program is to ensure that Schleis Floor Covering is in compliance with the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) 29 CFR 1910.1200 or 1026.59 and to ensure that all employees have a safe environment by reducing the risk of accident and injury.

The Safety Coordinator is the overall coordinator of the facility program acting as the representative of William J. Schleis/Schleis Floor Covering, who has overall responsibility.

In general, each employee will be appraised of the substance of the HCS, the hazardous properties of chemicals they work with, and measures to take to protect themselves from these chemicals. Also, each employee has received warnings on dangers present in the construction industry as well as those specific to the floor covering trade.

II.  List of Hazardous Chemicals

The Safety Coordinator will maintain a list of all hazardous chemicals used by Schleis Floor Covering and update the list as necessary. The hazardous chemical list will be updated upon receipt of hazardous chemicals for use by installers. The list of hazardous chemicals is maintained in the MSDS book in the office.

III.  Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

The Safety Coordinator will maintain an MSDS book on every substance on the list of hazardous chemicals in the office. The MSDS will consist of a fully completed OSHA form 174 or equivalent. The Safety Coordinator will ensure that each company truck maintains an MSDS for hazardous materials used for installation. MSDSs will be readily available to all employees.

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for acquiring and updating MSDSs. The Safety Coordinator will review each MSDS for accuracy and completeness and will consult with OSHA if additional research is necessary. All new procurements for the facility must be cleared by the Safety Coordinator. Whenever possible, the least hazardous substance will be procured.

MSDSs that meet the requirements of HCS must be fully completed and received at the facility either prior to, or at the time of, receipt of the first shipment of any potentially hazardous chemical purchased from a vendor. It may be necessary to discontinue procurements for vendors failing to provide approved MSDSs in a timely manner.

IV.  Labels and other Forms of Warning

All hazardous chemicals (usually installation adhesives and solvents) should be delivered with labels from the factory which list the chemical identity, appropriate hazard warnings, and the name and address of the manufacturer, importer or other responsible party. The Safety Coordinator will refer to the corresponding MSDS to verify label information. Any products that are without labels should be referred to the Safety Coordinator.

V.  Training

Each employee who works with or is potentially exposed to hazardous chemicals will receive initial training on the HCS and the safe use of those hazardous chemicals. Additional training will be provided for employees whenever a new hazard is introduced. The Safety Coordinator conducts hazardous chemical training. Also, training will be offered on avoiding construction site hazards as well as dangers specific to the floor covering trade.

The training will emphasize these elements:

·  A summary of the standard and this written program;

·  Hazardous chemical properties including visual appearance and odor and methods that can be used to detect the presence of release of hazardous chemicals;

·  Physical and health hazards associated with exposure to workplace chemicals;

·  Procedures to protect against hazards, e.g., personal protective equipment, work practices, and emergency procedures;

·  Where MSDSs are located, how to understand their content, and how employees may obtain and use appropriate hazard information.

·  How to reduce the risk of construction site injuries such as cuts, electrocution, and back injury.

The Safety Coordinator will monitor and maintain records of employee training and advise the facility manager on training needs.

VI.  Additional Information

Further information on this written program, the hazard communication standard, and applicable MSDSs is available at;

Schleis Floor Covering

2744 Manitowoc Rd.

Green Bay, WI 54311

1-800-261-4332

Section III

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Name: Kevin Willems Title: Safety Coordinator

will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining the data sheets for Schleis Floor Covering.

Name: Kevin Willems Title: Safety Coordinator

Will review incoming data sheets for new and significant health and safety information. He/she will see that any new information is passed on to the affected employees.

A master copy of all MSDSs for all hazardous chemicals to which employees of Schleis Floor Covering may be exposed will be kept in the office.

Each truck will maintain a loose-leaf binder with MSDSs required for the crew. The MSDSs will be available to all employees on all job sites. If MSDSs are not available or new chemicals in use do not have MSDSs, immediately contact:

Name: Kevin Willems Title: Safety Coordinator

Section IV

Labels and Other Hazard Warnings

Name: Kevin Willems Title: Safety Coordinator

Will verify that all containers contain proper labeling. The label will be the original manufacturer’s label. The identity can be any chemical or common name designation for the individual chemical or mixture, as long as the term used is also the one used on the list of hazardous chemicals and the MSDS.

Labels on shipped containers must also include the name and address of the chemical manufacturer, importer, or other responsible party.

The standard allows considerable flexibility in format and content of labels, as long as the minimal information requirements are met.

Labeling of portable containers of ten gallons or less in volume is not required if used by the person making the transfer form labeled containers for immediate use.

Section V

Employee Information and Training

Name: Kevin Willems Title: Safety Coordinator

Will be responsible for the employee information and training program. He/she will ensure that all elements specified below are carried out.

·  An overview of the requirements contained in the hazard communication standard.

·  Location and availability of the written hazard communication program.

·  Physical and health effects of hazardous chemicals.

·  How to lessen or prevent exposure to hazardous chemicals through the usage of control/work practices and personal protective equipment.

·  Steps the company has taken to lessen or prevent exposure to chemicals.

·  Emergency procedures to follow if they are exposed to chemicals.

·  How to read labels and review MSDSs to obtain appropriate information.

·  Location of MSDS file and location of hazardous chemical list.

·  Tips to prevent job site injury.

·  After attending the training class, each employee will sign a form to verify that they attended the training session, received our written materials and handout, and understand our company’s policy on hazard communication. (Printed form sample is shown under Appendix A).

MSDS Query

Dear______

Please provide the material safety data sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous chemicals listed below.

Name of Products:

Please fax the MSDSs attention Kevin Willems: FAX # (920) 469-0747

Thank you for your assistance. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (920) 469-4260.

Sincerely,

Kevin Willems

Hazard Communication Training Certification

I have received Hazard Communication Training as described in the Hazard Communication Program. The training was conducted on

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Date

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Employee’s Signature

I hereby certify that the above named employee has bee provided with hazard communication training on

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Date

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Instructor’s Signature