OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is based on a simple concept — that employees have both a need and a right to know the hazards and identities of the chemicals they are exposed to when working. They also need to know what protective measures are available to prevent adverse effects from occurring. This training will provide the knowledge and steps to understand responsibilities, manufactures labels, identify hazard symbols and understand safety data sheets. These efforts will help prevent the occurrence of work-related illnesses and injuries caused by chemicals.