The HCS only applies to pharmaceuticals that the drug manufacturer has determined to be hazardous and that are known to be present in the workplace in such a manner that employees are exposed under normal conditions of use or in a foreseeable emergency. The pharmaceutical manufacturer and the importer have the primary duty for the evaluation of chemical hazards. The employer may rely upon the hazard determination performed by the pharmaceutical manufacturer or importer.
Reference Interpretation and Compliance Letters:
- FDA regulated drugs that pose a hazard would be covered by the HCS. [09/13/93]
- Hazard communication standard and pharmaceuticals. [01/03/94]
- Hazard determination for carcinogenic compounds. [02/02/94]
October 2018
Tags: HAZCOM, OSHA
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