According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA), 70% of people who abuse drugs and alcohol are currently employed. This awareness-level course for those in supervisory roles discusses drug and alcohol standards from the US Department of Transportation as well as the USCG. It also covers the standards found in 46 CFR Part 16 and 49 CFR Part 40.
Chemicals pose a wide variety of health hazards including irritation, sensitization, and carcinogenicity as well as physical hazards such as flammability and corrosion. In 2015, a standard went into effect and defines and classifies the hazards of chemical products and communicates health and safety information on labels and safety data sheets. This awareness course explains the history leading to the GHS standard and what the mariner needs to know.