Chemicals can pose a danger to your health and the environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that there could be as many as 650,000 chemicals in use in the United States, and these chemicals are in over 5 million workplaces. This means that there are over 40 million American workers potentially exposed to hazardous chemicals while at their jobs.
This interactive online course explores the various methods that employers use to communicate information about hazardous chemicals in the workplace. You will learn requirements for labeling chemical containers and how to use Safety Data Sheets to identify chemical hazards in your workplace. Additionally, you will learn about employee safety training and hazard communication requirements.
Cassandra has over 20 years’ experience in the fields of industrial engineering, environmental, risk management, occupational safety and health. Her areas of expertise include consulting in the areas of transportation, warehousing/distribution, manufacturing, oil and gas. Also, as an Adjunct Professor, she lectures in the areas of emergency planning, environmental systems, logistics, engineering, safety and petroleum technology. In regards to consulting, she provides compliance assistance in the areas of Risk Assessments/Audits, Training, Safety Management Systems and VPPPA . Lastly, she is an independent certified coach, trainer and speaker with the John Maxwell Team.
Cassandra currently holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Louisiana State University; a M.S in Risk Control/Safety Engineering from the University of Wisconsin – Stout; and a Certificate in Professional Accountancy from Mountain View College. In addition, she is currently holds Instructor certifications for PEC Safety, Red Cross and Authorized Outreach for OSHA.
Finally, she serves as a member of the Injury Prevention Committee- Texas Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council and the National Program Planning and Development, Committee of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Also, she has professional memberships with ASSE, AICHE and ATD. Finally, her hobbies include volunteering in the community with Red Cross, Boys and Girls Clubs of America and other organizations that impact the safety of the community.
1 hr. Online Course