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| Title: 04/10/1988 - The employer must provide the 1910.1200 verbal training in a language that is comprehensible. | |
| Record Type: Interpretation | Standard Number: 1910.1200(h) |
April 10, 1988
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Dr. Richard F. Andree Executive Vice President Safety & Health Management Consultants, Inc. 161 William Street New York, New York 10038 Dear Dr. Andree: This is in response to your letter of March 7, regarding the training requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. Specifically, your question is "...if an employer has employees who do not understand verbal English (re: receive work task instructions in a language other than English), must that employer provide the required 1910.1200 verbal training information in a language that is comprehensive?" Paragraph 29 CFR 1910.1200(h) requires employers to provide employees with information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area. If the employees that are required to receive this information and training do not comprehend verbal English, the employer must inform and train these employees in a language which is comprehensible in order to satisfy the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200(h). If we may be of further assistance regarding this matter, feel free to contact us. Sincerely, John A. Pendergrass |  This Spanish language right to know center is just one of many Spanish and bilingual safety items available at Safety Emporium. |
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