Hazard Communication

From adhesives and solvents to concrete treatments and paints, hazardous chemicals are everywhere on construction sites. OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard ensures workers know what chemicals they’re exposed to, the risks involved, and how to protect themselves.

This toolbox talk breaks down the five essential parts of Hazard Communication: labeling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), written programs, training, and PPE. Understanding these basics could be the difference between staying safe — or ending up sick, burned, or worse.