DOL Updates Hazard Communication Standard

The U.S. Department of Labor on Tuesday said it adopted a new rule updating its hazard communication standard that takes effect July 19. The revised rule requires labels on small packages to be “more comprehensive and readable and makes changes to help ensure trade secrets no longer prevent workers and first responders from receiving critical hazard information on safety data sheets.” Workers will also benefit from more complete and accurate hazard information on labels and safety data sheets, as well as updated physical hazard classes and revised precautionary statements about h...