1910.1017(j) Training.
Each employee engaged in vinyl chloride or polyvinyl chloride operations shall be provided training in a program relating to the hazards of vinyl chloride and precautions for its safe use.
1910.1017(j)(1)
The program shall include:
1910.1017(j)(1)(i)
The nature of the health hazard from chronic exposure to vinyl chloride including specifically the carcinogenic hazard
1910.1017(j)(1)(ii)
The specific nature of operations which could result in exposure to vinyl chloride in excess of the permissible limit and necessary protective steps;
1910.1017(j)(1)(iii)
The purpose for, proper use, and limitations of respiratory protective devices
1910.1017(j)(1)(iv)
The fire hazard and acute toxicity of vinyl chloride, and the necessary protective steps
1910.1017(j)(1)(v)
The purpose for and a description of the monitoring program;
1910.1017(j)(1)(vi)
The purpose for, and a description of, the medical surveillance program
1910.1017(j)(1)(vii)
Emergency procedures
1910.1017(j)(1)(viii)
Specific information to aid the employee in recognition of conditions which may result in the release of vinyl chloride; and
1910.1017(j)(1)(ix)
A review of this standard at the employee's first training and indoctrination program, and annually thereafter
1910.1017(j)(2)
All materials relating to the program shall be provided upon request to the Assistant Secretary and the Director.
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