Washington Q&A: Hazard Communication Standard is a set of regulations and best practices issued by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries in order to ensure the safe handling and communication of hazardous chemicals in the workplace. The regulations are designed to protect workers from exposure to hazardous chemicals by providing information about the potential hazards of the chemicals and the proper procedures for handling them. The Hazard Communication Standard contains information about labeling, material safety data sheets, employee training, and other requirements for safe handling of hazardous materials. The Washington Q&A: Hazard Communication Standard is divided into two parts: the General Provisions and the Requirements. The General Provisions cover topics such as the purpose of the standard, definitions of terms, and scope of the standard. The Requirements cover topics such as labeling, identification, safety data sheets, employee training, and record keeping.