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Alternative Labeling Methods

Both the HCS 1994 and 2012 recognize and allow the use of
alternative in-plant labeling systems such as the HMIS (Hazardous
Materials Information System), NFPA (National Fire Protection
Association),
and others which may be used in industry as long as
they convey the required information.
These alternative systems use
color, numbers and other information to convey the hazards of the
chemical.
The images to the right show the NFPA and HMIS labels
under the current HCS 1994. In Module 3.11, you can see the labels
under the HCS 2012.

The key to evaluating the effectiveness of any alternative labeling method is to determine whether
employees can correlate the visual warning on the in-plant container
with the applicable chemical and
its appropriate
hazard warnings. The alternative labeling system must also be readily accessible to all
employees in their work area throughout each work shift. For
purposes of this provision, the term "other
such
written materials" does not include safety data sheets used in lieu of labels.

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