The purpose of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) (29 CFR 1910.1200) and its collection of information requirements is to ensure that the hazards of chemicals produced or imported are evaluated and that information concerning these hazards is transmitted to employers and employees. The standard requires all employers to establish hazard communications programs, to transmit information on the hazards of chemicals to their employees by means of container labels, safety data sheets and training programs.
US Code:
29 USC 651
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act)
The decrease is primarily due to removing burden for employers completing revisions to their safety data sheets and time associated with familiarization with the GHS/HCS final standard. However, hours were added for manufacturers, importers, or employers distributing hazardous chemicals or products to send existing SDSs to existing establishments receiving the hazardous chemical or product.
he cost reduction results from employers completing purchasing or modifying software that can be used to classify chemical and to produce corresponding SDS and labels. There was an increase of $132,217 as a result of manufacturers providing existing SDSs to existing establishments.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.