Chemical Hazard Communication (HazCom) Update. Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication, WAC

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1 Chemical Hazard Communication (HazCom) Update Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication, WAC

2 2 Contact Information David R. Pearsall Industrial Hygiene Consultant Division of Occupational Safety and Health, Department of Labor & Industries (206) ,

3 3 GHS Workshop Objectives What is it? Who does it affect? Changes to HazCom Hazard Classification Labeling Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

4 hat is GHS? 4

5 5 Who has adopted GHS? Adopted Voluntary In work Not yet

6 6 GHS: The Picture What is it? Uniform classification of substances, by hazard to humans and the environment Standardization of labels and safety data sheets Who does it affect? Workers, employers Manufacturers, importers, distributors Emergency response, transport, consumers

7 ical Hazard unication ed, currently Employers to train employees on SDS and label format HazCom Timeline OSHA HazCom 2012 aligned with GHS; WA State GHS HazCom rules proposed Distributors not to ship unless container has GHS label June 2014 June 2015 Dec June 2016 HS development egins, at United ations Rio Conference GHS becomes effective in WA State, WAC Manufacturers, importers, distributors to comply with new SDS and label requirements Employers to update labels and written HazCom program; employees to receive training 7

8 8 Organization of the Rule Purpose Scope and application Definitions Hazard classification Written program Labels and other forms of warning Safety data sheets Employee information and training Trade secrets Effective dates Appendices

9 9 Elements of HazCom A B C D E Written Program Chemical Inventory Labeling Safety Data Sheet Employee Information and Training

10 10 Major Changes from Hazard Determination to Hazard Classification Detailed criteria based on scientific data Hazard class why it s bad Hazard category how bad it is Criteria are in appendices to the rule (142 pages worth!) Class and category drive use of specific elements (pictograms and text) on labels.

11 11 Changes for All Employers Different format for labels and SDS Standard language Pictograms MSDS are now SDS Train your employees on the new format Update your HazCom program to reflect GHS

12 12 How do you get information about hazardous chemicals? You can get information two ways: Label Safety data sheet (SDS)

13 Why read the label and SDS? Ingredients: Tells you what chemicals are in the product Hazards: Informs you of the hazards of exposure Safe handling: Gives you instructions on how to protect yourself 13

14 Product Labeling 14

15 1 Parts of the Label

16 The four pictograms on the label are telling you DANGER! Fatal if swallowed. May Causes cause severe cancer. skin Fatal if inhaled. Causes burns Toxic Flammable damage and eye in contact liquid to with organs. damage. the and skin. vapor. Obtain Do not breathe dusts Remove Keep special away person from to instructions or mists. fresh heat/sparks/open before use. air. If exposed If swallowed: Rinse Immediately flames/hot or call surfaces. a concerned: mouth. Do NOT poison No smoking. Get medical center/doctor. induce vomiting. advice/ Wash Store attention. thoroughly in a wellventilated locked up. Store Store up. after handling. space. Keep cool. 16

17 This label is warning you of multiple hazards. Find how you can protect yourself. 17

18 Shipping Labels Shipping labels (labels on the original product containers) require all 6 elements: 1. Product identifier 2. Signal word 3. Hazard statements 4. Pictograms 5. Precautionary statements 6. Contact information 18

19 Workplace Labels Workplace labels are: Labels used for secondary containers, or if shipping label is damaged or missing Required elements: Product identifier Hazard statements and/or pictograms Signal word not required Access to full label information required! 19

20 Example of a Shipping Label Danger ACETONE Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes severe eye irritation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame no smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Keep container closed when not in use. Store away from heat and ignition sources. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Solvent Suppliers, Inc. 123 Main Street, AnyTown, WA Telephone: (360)

21 Examples of Workplace Labels Identifier and pictograms, or Identifier and hazard statements, or Both 21

22 Pop Quiz What About These Labels? Here are labels for acetone in two commonly used label formats, the NFPA hazard diamond and the HMIS color bar Can these be used as workplace labels? 22

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24 What is the Difference? All SDS have the same sections in the same order. All sections must be included, even if there is no information available. Many manufacturers are already using the SDS format or variations of it. 24

25 Sections of the SDS 1) Identification 2) Hazard identification 3) Composition/ingredients 4) First-aid measures 5) Firefighting measures 6) Accidental release 7) Handling and storage 8) Exposure controls 9) Physical/chemical properties 10) Stability and reactivity 11) Toxicological info 12) Ecological info 13) Disposal considerations 14) Transport info 15) Regulatory info 16) Other info, revision date 25

26 What do these pictograms stand for? 26

27 Health Hazard Pictograms 27

28 Physical Hazard Pictograms 28

29 Aquatic Toxicity The 9th pictogram: Environment 29

30 Click on any of these links for additional support sources 30

31 More web links Request Consultation Hazard Communication GHS Topic Page Hazard Communication Training Kit Kits/hazcom/ 31

32 Contact L&I Consultants Call one of our industrial hygiene, safety, or risk management consultants for a safety and health program review and workplace evaluation Free and confidential By employer invitation only No citations, no penalties 32

33 Workshop Summary Hazard Classification Hazard class Hazard category Labels Signal word, pictograms Hazard statements, precautionary statements Safety Data Sheets 16-section format 33

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