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340:2-15-25. Purpose
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Revised 8-1-06


(a) The purpose of the rules regarding the Hazard Communication Program is to ensure Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) is in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules at Section 1910.1200 of Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations by making employees and emergency first responders aware of chemicals they may encounter during the course and scope of their work.

(b) The OKDHS Support Services Division (SSD) Risk, Safety, and Emergency Management Unit is responsible for administering and managing the Hazard Communication Program.  • 1

INSTRUCTIONS TO STAFF 340:2-15-25

1.   (a) Risk, Safety, and Emergency Management Unit.  The Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) Support Services Division (SSD) Risk, Safety, and Emergency Management Unit is responsible for:

(1) assisting divisions in implementation of the Hazard Communication Program;

(2) maintaining the master list of material safety data sheets (MSDSs);

(3) training supervisors on the program; and

(4) consulting with divisions on program compliance.

(b) Divisions.  Divisions are responsible for carrying out the Hazard Communication Program in accordance with the rules in this Part and any financial expenses associated with the implementation of this program.

(c) Local administrator or county director.  The local administrator or county director is responsible for:

(1) ensuring that employees are trained;

(2) ensuring that MSDSs are handled in accordance with the rules for this program;

(3) labeling hazardous chemical containers; and

(4) working with contractors to ensure program compliance.

(d) Employees.  Employees are responsible for:

(1) complying with rules in this Part and procedures established by their local administrator or county director to minimize potential chemical exposure; and

(2) informing their local administrator or county director if they encounter any problems with the procedures or have a chemical exposure.



Last Updated:  9/14/2011
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
Street address: Sequoyah Memorial Office Building, 2400 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Mailing address: P.O. Box 25352, Oklahoma City, OK 73125
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