Overview & Objectives
The Hexavalent Chromium for General Industry course in an intermediate-level training from Exceed Safety designed to serve health and safety officers, in particular. Participants will learn the essentials surrounding Hexavalent Chromium, as well as what exposure can do to the human body, OSHA standards, and more. Specific emphasis will be placed on medical surveillance, hazard communication, and other topics related to Hexavalent Chromium safety.
Exceed Safety’s Hexavalent Chromium for General Industry course describes chromium and how individuals can avoid the dangerous forms of chromium. Additionally, participants will cover exposure, hazards, and related illnesses. Specific course topics include the following:
- Background of Hexavalent Chromium
- Health hazards
- OSHA standard & standard highlights
- Medical surveillance
- Hazard communication
- Additional resources
Specific industry terms covered throughout the three courses include the following:
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- OSHA
- Hexavalent Chromium
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
- Routes of exposure
- Permissible exposure limit (PEL)
- Hygiene areas
- Action level
- Physician or other licensed healthcare professional (PLHCP)
