title: The OSHA hazardous chemical occupational exposure standard for laboratories.
abstract: OSHA's chemical occupational exposure standard for laboratories is an outgrowth of the previously issued Hazard Communication Standard. The standard relieves laboratories from complying with general industry standards but does require compliance with specific laboratory guidelines. The heart of the standard is the creation of a Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP). The CHP addresses major issues such as safety equipment and procedures, work practices, training, the designation of a chemical hygiene officer, and the provision of medical consultation and examination for affected employees. This new standard, in full effect as of January 31, 1991, presents yet another regulatory challenge to laboratory managers but also ensures a safer environment for laboratory workers.
authors: Armstrong Laboratory, Brooks Air Force Base, TX.
authors: D A
authors: DA
authors: Armbruster
mesh_terms: D015386:Hazardous Substances / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training / Q000592:standards; D007753:Laboratories / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D017056:Medical Laboratory Personnel; D016273:Occupational Exposure / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D010934:Planning Techniques; D014481:United States; D014489:United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration
chemical_list: D015386:Hazardous Substances