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GH what?. G lobally H armonized S ystem. G. H. S. of classifying and labeling chemicals. Today we will cover:. Key deadlines What to train for What to expect from manufacturers. GHS Timeline. Training Deadline: December 1 st !. GHS Timeline. Training Deadline: December 1 st !.
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GH what? Globally Harmonized System G H S of classifying and labeling chemicals
Today we will cover: • Key deadlines • What to train for • What to expect from manufacturers
GHS Timeline Training Deadline: December 1st!
GHS Timeline Training Deadline: December 1st! • Who: Employers • What: Must train employees on label requirements and the new safety data sheets.
GHS Timeline June 1st, 2015 • Who: Chemical manufactures • What: Must comply with all final rules & provisions of the regulation.
GHS Timeline • Who: Chemical distributors • What: Must ship containers using GHS compliant labels. December 1, 2015
GHS Timeline June 1st, 2016 • Who: Employers/distributors • What: Must update workplace HAZCOM program and train employees on newly identified hazards.
Training Trainers must educate all applicable employees on the following two key items by December 1, 2013 • The new labeling requirements under GHS • The new Safety Data Sheets (SDS) under GHS and how the SDS will replace the MSDS
Who must be trained?? • All employees who work with or have the potential exposure of hazardous chemicalsin the workplace.
Who must be trained?? • All employees who work in an area where hazardous chemicals are present.
Who must be trained?? • Don’t forget new hires and job transfer!
So… how do you train for GHS? • Show the video created by MCAA • Ask employees to sign the sign-in sheet • Ask employees to take the quiz
Label Requirements Labels on shipping containers must include: • Product Identifier • Signal Word • Pictogram • Hazard Statement • Precautionary Statement • Supplier Identification (Name, Address, Phone Number)
Signal Word A word used to indicate the relative level of severity of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard on the label • Example: “danger” and “warning”
Hazard Statement A statement assigned to a hazard class and category that describes the nature of the hazard(s) of a chemical, including, where appropriate, the degree of hazard • Example: Fatal if swallowed (Acute Oral Toxicity)
Precautionary Statement A phrase that describes recommended measures that should be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous chemical, or improper storage or handling. • Example: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. • Example: Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary Statement The statements assigned to a chemical address the following four areas: Prevention Response Storage Disposal
Pictogram A composition that may include a symbol plus other graphic elements to convey specific information about the hazards of a chemical • Eight pictograms are designated under this standard for application to a hazard category.
GHS PICTOGRAMS
Not all signs make sense. Fortunately, GHS signs are pretty easy to follow.
GHS Pictograms Explosive
GHS Pictograms Flammable
GHS Pictograms Oxidizing
GHS Pictograms Compressed Gas
GHS Pictograms Toxic
GHS Pictograms Corrosive
GHS Pictograms Irritant
GHS Pictograms • Health Hazard • Respiratory Sensitive • Mutagenicity • Carcinogenicity • Reproductive Toxicity • Specific Target Organ • Aspiration Hazard
GHS Pictograms Environmentally Damaging OPTIONAL
OSHA Safety Data Sheet Sections • Identification • Hazard (s) identification • Composition/information on ingredients • First aid measures • Fire Fighting measures • Accidental release measures • Handling and storage • Exposure control/personal protection
OSHA SDS Sections 9. Physical and chemical properties 10. Stability and reactivity 11. Toxicological information • Ecological information • Disposal considerations • Transport information • Regulatory information • Other information
OSHA SDS Requirements • Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must be readily accessible to workers when they are in their work areas, during each work shift.
OSHA SDS Requirements • Hazard Communication works when employers also use SDS information to make sure that proper protective measures are being implemented
Updated Web Pages • HazCom 2012 Webpage http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html Safety & Health Topics Webpage http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index2.html UN GHS Sub-Committee Home Page http://www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghswelcome.html