Hazard Communication Program
GHS-aligned HazCom program. SDS management, container labeling, employee training.
Citation:29 CFR 1910.1200 / T8 CCR §5194
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California — State PlanCal/OSHA (Division of Occupational Safety and Health)
The regulation that requires it in California
California runs an approved state plan. The requirement for a written hazard communication program, SDS library, and employee training is set by 29 CFR 1926.59 / 1910.1200 and 29 CFR 1926.59 / 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Enforcing agency
Cal/OSHA (Division of Occupational Safety and Health) inspects workplaces for compliance. It has authority to issue citations under the state plan. Coordination with federal OSHA occurs through the approved plan framework.
State-specific requirements beyond the federal baseline
No state-specific overrides beyond the federal baseline were found in our research for California.
Penalties for non-compliance in California
Penalties follow the standard Cal/OSHA (Division of Occupational Safety and Health) schedule; refer to the agency for current amounts.
How to comply
- Customize the written program to list hazardous chemicals used at the site.
- Maintain an SDS library and make it accessible to employees.
- Train workers on hazards, SDS location, and labeling before they start work.
- Update the program and training when new chemical hazards are introduced.
- Review the program annually and keep training records.