Practical information on how to implement a chemical-related safety program is outlined in this publication. Highlights of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administrations (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard are presented and explained. These include: (1) hazard communication requirements (consisting of warning labels, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and training programs); (2) hazard determination (clarifying evaluative procedures); (3) written communication program (specifying program requirements); (4) labels and other forms of warning (explaining the purposes and procedures of labeling); (5) material safety data sheets (listing the minimal requirements for all MSDS); (6) employee information and training (describing the basis of an employee training program); (7) trade secrets (delineating rights and limitations involving the chemical's identity); and (8) state and local governments' roles (reviewing the status of hazard communication laws). A glossary of terms related to the hazard communication standard is also provided. (ML)