Hazard Communication in Construction Environments

This Interactive course on Hazard Communication in Construction Environments discusses the different types of hazardous materials that can be found in construction environments, and how exposure to them can affect employees. It also provides practical guidance on how to respond during a HAZMAT spill or exposure, including how to assist others and evacuate safely. HAZMAT injuries are one of the leading causes of employees’ “days away from work”. The bottom line is that when people are uninformed, they can get hurt. That’s why it’s important for employees to know what materials they can encounter on their jobsite and how to protect themselves while working around them. Areas covered in the course include sources of HAZMAT information, exposure to HAZMATs, Toxins, corrosives and irritants, carcinogens and radioactive materials, flammables, combustibles, explosives and oxidizers, PPE and safe storage, responding to a HAZMAT spill and more.

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This course contains information on:

  • Recognize the dangers of being exposed to hazardous materials.
  • Identify the sources of HAZMAT information that are available to you.
  • Know the types of HAZMATs and their potential effects on workers.
  • Describe the importance of PPE and safe storage when they are working with HAZMATs.
  • Know what they should do in the event of a HAZMAT spill or exposure.
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Associated Industries: Construction Environments.
Associated Topic Titles: Construction Safety, Hazard Communication (HAZCOM).


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