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SpotLight on GHS Hazard Communication: Labels Online Course

15 minutesENHazardous Materials & HAZWOPER29 CFR 1910.1200 - Hazard Communication Standard (GHS)
Quick Answer

SpotLight on GHS Hazard Communication: Labels is a 15-minute online course that provides focused training on the labeling component of OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard under 29 CFR 1910.1200, as aligned with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). It is designed for employees who work with or near hazardous chemicals and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.

Course Overview

Hazard Communication consistently ranks among OSHA's most-cited violations, with 2,546 citations issued in FY 2025 - making it the second most-cited standard overall and the top violation for general industry workplaces. Missing, faded, or non-compliant chemical labels are a primary driver of these citations. OSHA's alignment of the Hazard Communication Standard with the Globally Harmonized System introduced standardized label elements that every worker handling chemicals must understand. Serious violations for labeling failures carry penalties of up to $16,550, with willful or repeat violations reaching $165,514.

This course provides your employees with focused training on the GHS label elements required by OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard. The training covers the six mandatory label components - product identifier, signal word, hazard statements, precautionary statements, pictograms, and supplier information - and explains how to read and interpret each element for safe chemical handling. This targeted approach helps workers quickly understand the specific hazard information communicated through container labels, supporting both daily safety and regulatory compliance.

What You'll Learn

  • GHS label requirements under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
  • Six mandatory label elements - product identifier, signal word, hazard/precautionary statements, pictograms, supplier info
  • GHS pictograms - all nine standardized symbols and their meaning
  • Signal words - when 'Danger' versus 'Warning' applies
  • Secondary container labeling requirements in the workplace
  • How GHS labels connect to Safety Data Sheets for additional hazard information

Who Needs This Training

  • Employees who handle, store, or work near hazardous chemicals in any industry
  • Warehouse and shipping workers who manage labeled chemical containers
  • Maintenance personnel who use cleaning chemicals, solvents, or lubricants
  • Laboratory workers who handle chemical reagents and samples
  • New employees completing initial HazCom training as part of onboarding
  • Safety coordinators updating employee training on GHS label requirements

Regulatory Background

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200 requires employers to inform and train employees about hazardous chemicals in the workplace using GHS-aligned labels, Safety Data Sheets, and a written hazard communication program. The standard was first aligned with GHS in 2012 (Revision 3), and OSHA published a 2024 update aligning with GHS Revision 7, with compliance dates extending through 2028. Hazard Communication was the second most-cited OSHA violation in FY 2025 with 2,546 citations, with common violations including missing or non-compliant labels, inaccessible Safety Data Sheets, and incomplete employee training. Penalties for serious HazCom violations reach $16,550 per citation, while willful or repeat violations can result in fines up to $165,514. OSHA estimates that over 130 million workers are covered under the Hazard Communication Standard, making proper label training one of the most broadly applicable safety training requirements in the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Every shipped container of a hazardous chemical must display a product identifier, signal word (Danger or Warning), hazard statement(s), precautionary statement(s), GHS pictogram(s) with red diamond borders, and supplier identification including name, address, and phone number. Workplace (secondary) containers have reduced requirements but must still identify the product and its hazards.
This course covers the labeling component of OSHA's HazCom training requirements. A complete HazCom training program under 29 CFR 1910.1200 must also cover Safety Data Sheets, the employer's written hazard communication program, methods for detecting chemical releases, and specific hazards of chemicals in the employee's work area. This course works well as a targeted supplement within a broader HazCom training program.
GHS hazard categories and NFPA 704 ratings use different numbering systems that must not be confused. In GHS, Category 1 represents the most severe hazard, while NFPA 704 uses 4 for the highest hazard level. The two systems serve different purposes - GHS labels provide detailed information for daily chemical handling, while NFPA 704 diamonds give emergency responders a quick overview of facility-level hazards.
OSHA classifies most labeling violations as serious, carrying penalties of up to $16,550 per citation. Willful or repeat violations can reach $165,514. Failure-to-abate penalties add $16,550 per day past the correction deadline. In FY 2025, HazCom was the second most-cited OSHA standard with 2,546 violations, demonstrating the high priority OSHA places on chemical labeling compliance.
OSHA published the HazCom 2024 final rule on May 20, 2024, aligned primarily with GHS Revision 7. The rule took effect July 19, 2024, with phased compliance deadlines: chemical manufacturers and importers must update labels and SDS for substances by January 19, 2026, and for mixtures by July 19, 2027. Employer program updates, including revised training, must be completed by July 20, 2026 for substances and January 19, 2028 for mixtures.
$24.95
per person
Volume Pricing
Team Size Price per Person
1 - 9$24.95
10 - 24$19.95
25 - 49$17.95
50 - 99$17.50
Subtotal $24.95

Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.

$24.95
per person