Question

question 10 of 12
which of the following correctly describe(s) oshas hazard communication standard?
select all that apply
it was created to help prevent chemical contamination of bodies of water by industries in the u.s.
it was created to help reduce the risks of working with hazardous chemicals.
it has been revised several times to maintain alignment with the comprehensive environmental response, compensation, and liability act (cercla).
it has been revised several times to maintain alignment with the united nations globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals (ghs).

Explanation:

• The first option is incorrect as OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) focuses on workplace chemical safety, not water contamination.
• The second option is correct: HCS aims to reduce risks of working with hazardous chemicals by ensuring proper communication (labels, SDS, training).
• The third option is incorrect: CERCLA (Superfund) deals with hazardous waste sites, not HCS alignment.
• The fourth option is correct: HCS has been revised to align with the UN's GHS for consistent chemical classification/labeling.

Answer:

B. It was created to help reduce the risks of working with hazardous chemicals.
D. It has been revised several times to maintain alignment with the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).