Choosing the Right Chemical Label
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Since OSHA’s HazCom 2012 regulations were published, there have been a lot of questions on the proper labeling of chemicals in American workplaces. This simple flowchart will help you quickly decide which label format is the best choice for your facility.
FLOWCHART
IS IT HAZARDOUS?
- No → Label it clearly and specifically as a non-hazardous material.
- (Example caption) Custom Non-Hazardous Label Example
- (Example label text)
Water
Please Return to Work Bench A
- Yes → (continue)
Is it leaving your facility?
- No → Choose a consistent labeling system that does not conflict with HazCom 2012. Identify the product and any hazards.
- (Example caption) NFPA Diamond Label Example
- (Example label headline text) Carbon disulfide — DANGER
- Yes → (continue)
Is it leaving the US?
- No → Use OSHA’s HazCom 2012 label format, with pictograms in red diamonds.
- (Example caption) HazCom 2012 Label Example
- (Example label headline text) Methanol — DANGER
- Yes → Use the UN’s GHS label format, unless the destination country does not accept it.
- (Example caption) GHS Label Example
- (Example label headline text) Carbon disulfide — DANGER
This guide is for general information only.
It is not a substitute for review of the relevant standards.
Download the guide today and ensure your facility meets all hazard communication requirements!
• Learn how to create compliant GHS/HazCom labels with ease
• Improve safety by clearly identifying hazardous materials
• Stay up to date with OSHA hazard communication standards
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