The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, is charged with the enforcement of safety and health conditions of workers through the use of regulations published in the Code of Federal Regulations.

OSHA standards are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Parts 1915, 1917, and 1918 are reserved for the maritime and shipyard industry. Regulations concerning maritime chemical hazards and shipyard toxic substances are found in 29 CFR 1915 Subpart Z.

Additional OSHA chemical hazards regulations include the following:

• 29 CFR 1917, Marine Terminals
• 29 CFR 1917.22-25, Hazardous Cargo
• 29 CFR 1917.152-153, Welding, Cutting, and Heating
• 29 CFR 1918, Longshoring
• 29 CFR 1918.90, Hazard Communication
• 29 CFR 1918.93, Hazardous Atmospheres and Substances
• 29 CFR 1918.94, Ventilation and Atmospheric Conditions

Introduction to Maritime Chemical Hazards and Toxic Substances

• Types of Health Hazards
• Toxicology
• Routes of Entry
• Special Considerations for the Maritime Industry
• Key Terms
• Regulations and Standards
• State Regulations
• International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG)
• Responsibilities-Employers
• Responsibilities-Employees
• Training
• Competent Person