OSHAFinal Rule
Hazard Communication Standard; Correction
Labor & WorkplaceHealthcareEnvironment
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Summary
This regulation corrects and clarifies OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, which requires companies to properly label and provide safety information about dangerous chemicals used in workplaces. The rule ensures workers have accurate, easy-to-understand information about chemical hazards so they can protect themselves from injury and illness.
Key Points
- 1Companies must clearly label all hazardous chemicals with warnings that workers can easily understand
- 2Employers must provide Safety Data Sheets (detailed information documents) for every dangerous chemical in the workplace
- 3Workers have the right to know what chemicals they're working with and how to stay safe around them
- 4This correction updates the rules to fix errors and clarify confusing parts of the original standard
- 5The rule applies to all workplaces that use chemicals, including factories, construction sites, hospitals, and even some offices
Key Dates
Published
February 13, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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