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The KLARA system is a vital tool for chemical handling, aimed at informing users about chemical hazards and ensuring proper registration of chemicals and their storage locations. This course, held at Göteborgs University on February 28, 2013, covered essential topics such as generating reports for authorities, conducting risk assessments, and utilizing health classification data. Participants learned the importance of identifying hazards, understanding product usage, and implementing effective waste management strategies, with the support of standardized templates and safety data sheets.
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The KLARA system on chemical handling Part of course onBasic Laboratory Safety, at Göteborgs University, 28th of February 2013Anders Thorén, Nordic Port AB
General purpose of KLARA • Inform users on chemical hazards • Register the chemicals we use and where we store them • Print-out various reports to the authorities and department-specific lists of chemicals • Risk assessments
Risk assessments Scope and definition of the provision AFS 2011:18 from the Swedish Work Environment Authority
Performing risk assessments • Advantages performing risk assessments in KLARA • Safety data sheet is available • Standardised template • Risk classification in template • Guidelinesthroughout the template
Performing risk assessments General considerations: • Hazards identification • How the product is being used • Users; employees, students • Handling and storage • Waste management