Hazard Communication & Global Harmonization System What you Need to Know Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) “Right to Know” Rev. Date:

Objectives Hazard Communication Law Quick intro to GHS & Classifications Labels & SDS Format QUIZ

OSHA Requirements Annually trained Or anytime new chemicals are brought into a work site, there are changes in process or procedure ALL employees even office people! The possibility to encounter chemicals is present, even if it is unlikely Better to be safe than sorry

Hazard Communication Law… Employers must provide you with: A written hazard communication program A list of hazardous chemicals SDSs Labels on containers Training

Hazard Communication Law Employees must: Read labels Review SDSs Follow all safety and health rules Wear/use all required PPE Report hazardous conditions immediately Ask questions

The Written Plan Identifies participating personnel Describes hazards Gives criteria for labels and SDSs Describes training criteria Lists hazardous chemicals

Why Prevention Is Important “Work to Live OR Live to Work” Going home safely everyday should be your number one goal!!!

#1 Hazard Everywhere? Complacency Dictionary.com definition is a feeling of quiet pleasure or security, often while unaware of some potential danger, defect, or the like. Don’t turn your back on the ocean

What Is GHS? Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals Implemented through HazCom Implemented through HazCom Provides a universal approach Provides a universal approach

Effective Completion Date Requirement(s)Who December 1, 2013Train employees on the new label elements and safety data sheet (SDS) format. Employers June 1, 2015* December 1, 2015 Compliance with all modified provisions of this final rule, except: The Distributor shall not ship containers labeled by the chemical manufacturer or importer unless it is a GHS label Chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors and employers June 1, 2016Update alternative workplace labeling and hazard communication program as necessary, and provide additional employee training for newly identified physical or health hazards. Employers Transition Period to the effective completion dates noted above May comply with either 29 CFR (the final standard), or the current standard, or both Chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors, and employers

GHS Elements Classification Criteria Health and Environmental Hazards Physical Hazards Mixtures Hazard Communication Labels Safety Data Sheets

Physical Hazards Explosive Flammable Oxidizer Self-reactive Pyrophoric liquid or solid Self-heating Organic peroxide Corrosive to metal Gas under pressure Emits flammable gas when contacts water

Pathways That Chemicals Can Enter Your Body Ingestion Inhalation Injection Absorption

Health Hazards Short- or long-term effects: Acute toxicity Skin corrosion or irritation Serious eye damage or eye irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity Specific target organ toxicity Aspiration hazard

Other Chemical Hazards Asphyxiation, or asphyxia Pyrophoric gas Combustible dust Hazards Not Otherwise Classified

GHS Pictograms ! Unstable Explosives Flammable Gases, Liquids, Solids Oxidizing Liquids, Gases, Solids Acute Toxicity Compressed Gases Corrosives Acute Toxicity – Skin & Eyes Health Hazard Environmental Hazard

Examples FlammableAcetone / Alcohol Compressed GasesPropane CorrosiveSodium Hydroxide OxidizerChlorine, Nitric or Hydrogen Peroxide

Requirements for Chemical Manufacturers Determine Hazards Create Labels Develop SDSs

Authoring a SDS LIABILITY-Legally responsible for the claims being made in the document Chemists & Lawyers teaming up to help companies create an accurate & legal representation of the actual hazards associated with the specific chemical Online search for providers

Key Label Elements Product identifier Supplier identifier Chemical identity Hazard pictograms* Signal words* Hazard statements* Precautionary information *Standardized

What’s on a Chemical Label?

GHS Signal Words Slight “Warning” Severe “Danger” Used to emphasize hazard and discriminate between levels of hazard.

Labels Identity Manufacturer Hazards PPE First aid Fire response Spill response and waste disposal Instructions

SDS vs. MSDS SDS replaces MSDS 16-section format More complete information

New SDSs – 16 Categories 1.Identification 2.Hazard(s) Identification 3.Composition/information on ingredients 4.First-aid measures 5.Fire-fighting measures 6.Accidental release measures 7.Handling and storage 8.Exposure controls/personal protection (PELs) 9.Physical and chemical properties 10.Stability and reactivity 11.Toxicological information 12.Ecological information 13.Disposal considerations 14.Transport information 15.Regulatory information 16.Other information

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Sections 1–4 Section 3: Composition and Information on Ingredients Section 4: First Aid Measures Section 1: Chemical and Supplier Information Section 2: Hazards Identification

Sections 5–8 Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures Section 6: Accidental Releases Measures Section 7: Handling and Storage Section 8: Exposure Controls and PPE

Sections 9–12 Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Section 11: Toxicological Information Section 12: Ecological Information

Sections 13–16 Section 13: Disposal Considerations Section 14: Transportation Information Section 15: Regulatory Information Section 16: Other Information

Old HMIS/NFPA Hazard Ratings 0 = Minimal Hazard 1 = Slight Hazard 2 = Moderate Hazard 3 = Serious Hazard 4 = Severe Hazard New GHS Hazard Categories Flammable Liquids (example) Category 1: Extremely flammable liquid & vapor Category 2: Highly flammable liquid and vapor Category 3: Flammable liquid and vapor Category 4: Combustible liquid HMIS/NFPA & GHS Hazard Criteria Have Changed!

Where You Encounter Hazardous Chemicals Fill your vehicle with gasoline or diesel Use liquid cleaners Use solvents or acids at work Top off your vehicle’s antifreeze

Hazard Detection And Monitoring Visual appearance Continuous monitoring device Odor Image courtesy of Scott Safety

Personal Protection Engineering Controls Work Practice Controls

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Eye and face protection Hand protection Foot protection Head protection Aprons and full bodysuits Respiratory protection

Emergency Response to Spills Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes Skin: Wash with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing Inhalation: Move to fresh air Swallowing: Get emergency medical assistance

Emergency Response: Spills and Leaks Minor Spill Assess Reference SDS Protect & Clean-up Major Spill Assess Reference SDS Evacuate (if necessary) Remove ignition sources Stay away

Contractors Law requires contractors to inform the job site whenever they use chemicals on site Contractors must provide an SDS for each chemical they bring on site

FOR MORE INFO, SEARCH GHS What is the Most Valuable Kind of PPE? YOUR MIND!!! Stay Aware, Trust your gut, Don’t Become Complacent!!!

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