OSHA

OSHA Laboratory Standard (29 CFR 1910.1450)

OSHA standard on occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in laboratories, requiring a Chemical Hygiene Plan, training and exposure controls.

At a glance

Short name
OSHA Lab Standard
Issuing / stewarding body
OSHA
Jurisdiction
US
Also known as / related labels
29 CFR 1910.1450 · Chemical Hygiene Plan · NFPA 45

What this entry covers

29 CFR 1910.1450, Occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in laboratories, is the OSHA standard for employers engaged in the laboratory use of hazardous chemicals. It requires a written Chemical Hygiene Plan, employee information and training, keeping exposures within OSHA permissible exposure limits, and medical consultation and examination in specified circumstances.

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