OSHA HAZWOPER 8-Hour Refresher
Introduction Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Significant changes in 2013 -
correct answer ✅In 2013 the Hazard Communication Standard
(HCS) aligned with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification
and Labeling of chemicals (GHS). This will update the Hazard
Communication Standard to provide a universal approach to
classifying chemicals and communication of hazard information
through labels on chemicals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). The
intent of aligning with GHS is to improve consistency and quality of
hazard information in the workplace and protect employees.
Major Change to HAZCOM Standard -
correct answer ✅Hazard classification: Provides specific criteria for
classification of health and physical hazards, as well as classification
of mixtures.
Labels: Chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to
provide a label that includes a harmonized signal word, pictogram,
and hazard statement for each hazard class and category.
Precautionary statements must also be provided.
Safety Data Sheets: Will now have a specified 16-section format.
, OSHA HAZWOPER 8-Hour Refresher
Introduction Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Information and training: Employers are required to train workers
by December 1, 2013 on the new labels elements and safety data
sheets format to facilitate recognition and understanding.
Labels / SDS Phase of Implementation -
correct answer ✅To help companies comply with the revised
standard, OSHA is phasing in the specific requirements over several
years (December 1, 2013 to June 1, 2016).
By December 1, 2013, employees must be trained on new labeling
and SDS.
Effective Completion Date: December 1, 2013
Requirement(s): Train Employees on the new label elements and
safety data sheet (SDS) format.
Who: Employers
Effective Completion Date: June 1, 2015
Requirements: Compliance with all modified provisions of this final
rule, except:
Introduction Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Significant changes in 2013 -
correct answer ✅In 2013 the Hazard Communication Standard
(HCS) aligned with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification
and Labeling of chemicals (GHS). This will update the Hazard
Communication Standard to provide a universal approach to
classifying chemicals and communication of hazard information
through labels on chemicals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). The
intent of aligning with GHS is to improve consistency and quality of
hazard information in the workplace and protect employees.
Major Change to HAZCOM Standard -
correct answer ✅Hazard classification: Provides specific criteria for
classification of health and physical hazards, as well as classification
of mixtures.
Labels: Chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to
provide a label that includes a harmonized signal word, pictogram,
and hazard statement for each hazard class and category.
Precautionary statements must also be provided.
Safety Data Sheets: Will now have a specified 16-section format.
, OSHA HAZWOPER 8-Hour Refresher
Introduction Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Information and training: Employers are required to train workers
by December 1, 2013 on the new labels elements and safety data
sheets format to facilitate recognition and understanding.
Labels / SDS Phase of Implementation -
correct answer ✅To help companies comply with the revised
standard, OSHA is phasing in the specific requirements over several
years (December 1, 2013 to June 1, 2016).
By December 1, 2013, employees must be trained on new labeling
and SDS.
Effective Completion Date: December 1, 2013
Requirement(s): Train Employees on the new label elements and
safety data sheet (SDS) format.
Who: Employers
Effective Completion Date: June 1, 2015
Requirements: Compliance with all modified provisions of this final
rule, except:
