Hazard Communication and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Case Study for Globally Harmonized System ( GHS) Implementation in Industry
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Transcript of Case Study for Globally Harmonized System ( GHS) Implementation in Industry
Case Study for Globally Harmonized System
(GHS) Implementation in Industry
Prepared for NC ASSE by Stephen Wrightenberry – Intern Cree EHSPresented by Erin Hite – EHS Program Manager, Cisco Systems
ASSE Chapter meeting 12/13/12
Overview of a sample plan to implement GHS in an industrial setting.◦ Objectives◦ Challenges◦ Plans and ideas
Will include tips and things to think about as you implement the program at your worksite.
Will not be a detailed review of the changes to the regulation (hopefully you already know the details!).
Agenda
See handout for side by side comparison of 1994 and 2012 Haz comm regulation changes
Sections with changes:◦ Purpose◦ Scope/Application◦ Definitions◦ Hazard Classification◦ Written Program◦ Labels◦ Safety Data Sheets◦ Employee Training◦ Trade Secrets
GHS Modifications to the Hazard Communication System
These directly affect employees
Compliance Plan TimelineCompliance Plan Step Planned Completion
Date(Compliance required)
Update and Publish the internal Hazard Communication Program.
June 1, 2013(June 1, 2016)
Train employees regarding the new label elements, safety data sheets (SDS) format and provide any additional employee training for newly identified physical or health hazards.
June 2013 (December 1, 2013)
Update existing labels at the site Start July 2013 (June 1, 2016)
Update existing MSDSs with newly formatted SDSs provided by the chemical manufacturer/importer.
Ongoing (June 1, 2016)
Timing for implementation – SDSs are already becoming available everywhere, need to train employees on how to read.
Training needs to cover: ◦ Changes to HazCom, 16-section SDS, new label requirements, new classification
system, any newly identified physical or health hazards on new SDSs to include in employee training
Include new label information in training ◦ Since there will be new Manufacturer labels – if internal labels remain the same it
will be confusing for employees.◦ New SDS will have classification numbers that are opposite of NFPA labels that
are currently in use (1 is highest hazard rather than lowest hazard)
Classification system is more complicated. Individual employees may not be able to make label choices without EHS assistance.
Pictograms – new for employees – different from numbered hazard rating
Challenges for Implementation- Training
Training Materials• Online Powerpoint class – required
for all employees.• Updated website – with links to
information and contacts for help• Posters – for work areas, gowning
rooms, break rooms, bulletin boards• Badge Cards – for employees to carry• Newsletter – company wide prior to
training.
Sample PosterSample Badge Card Materials from: GHS Compliance Kit KHA Online-MSDS
1) Identification of the substance or mixture and of the supplier2) Hazards identification3) Information on ingredients (composition) substance/mixture4) First Aid Measures5) Firefighting Measures6) Accidental Release Measures7) Handling and Storage8) Exposure controls/Personal protection9) Physical and Chemical Properties10) Stability and Reactivity11) Toxicological12) Ecological Information (Non-mandatory)13) Disposal Considerations (Non-mandatory)14) Transport Information (Non-mandatory)15) Regulatory Information (Non-mandatory)16) Other information including information on preparation and revision of the SDS
Train on 16-Section Safety Data SheetFocus in
employee Training will be on changes to these sections
New Acetone SDS – Training Focus
Pictograms and what
they mean
Hazard Statements
Classification and how to
Interpret
Handling and
Prevention Response
Chemical Identification
Note: EHS should be aware of differences between GHS and other regulations - Example: Flammable and Combustible ranges:
LOTs and LOTs of labels! ◦ Includes: squeeze bottles, equipment, tanks, hoods, buckets,
beakers, jars and on and on!
Larger labels required – with inclusion of pictograms, hazard statements and other requirements. What to do with small containers?
Difficult to use preprinted labels for the multitude of chemicals (need all sizes, pictograms can’t be blank, who manages)
Manufacturer label pictograms need to be in color – determine if internal labels will follow this rule – requires specialized printers.
Finding printers made in the US to print updated labels (Printers available in the UK as of now; US is slowly transitioning printer labels over).
Challenges for Implementation- Labels
New HazCom regulation allows employers to use existing workplace-specific labeling systems as long as they provide the required information.
However, existing systems may not match what will now be on manufacturer labels and on the SDS.◦ Leads to confusion for employees so implementing
consistent format is a good idea.
HazCom – Workplace Labeling
Company is using NFPA/HMIS Labels on all non-manufacturer containers and equipment.
NFPA labels use number system to Rate the hazards. ◦ 4 is high hazard, 1 is low hazard
GHS labels will have pictograms and hazard statement, SDS will classify using numbers ◦ 1 is high hazard
Example
NFPA HMIS
Sample GHS
Internal labels should have the following:◦ Product Identifier◦ Pictogram◦ Signal Word◦ Hazard Statement(s)
Other:◦ Precautionary Statement(s)◦ Manufacturer contact info
Modifications to Labeling System
HazCom Pictograms and Hazards
HazCom – Example of Manufacturer’s Label
BIG!!
Will need glasses to read if use all this information if used on secondary containers!
GHS labels – no standard format.
• As you can see, the format may differ as long as the required information is present.
• May need to have several options available for internal labels to accommodate container size and type of hazard.
Example preprinted label• Manu. labels require
red outlines for pictograms.
• Blank diamonds are not permitted on a label from manufacturer, but currently ok for site labels
• Might change!• Black out
pictograms that are not applicable?
• Need to train employees how to complete label
• What to do if updated SDS is not available?
Using in house printing will cut time in receiving labels and will also expedite the process, since labels can be designed, printed, and then posted.
Important to find a cost effective printer that can handle all necessary applications.
Would be great if integrated with existing MSDS system so labels would auto print based on specific MSDS information.
Printing Options
◦ MSDS online system Costs for uploading new SDSs, Implementing label printing module (configure information
from MSDS to label, train employees on how to use)◦ Manpower for requesting updated SDSs from all
manufacturers◦ What to do when you don’t have an updated SDS?
(product no longer made, manufacturer out of business, outside of US etc)
◦ Who reviews for any newly identified physical or health hazards?
Challenges for Implementation- New SDSs
From: sigma-aldrich.com/safety-center.html
This is a good reference for EHS professionals to check classifications and make label choices if MSDS is not available.
Classification Tables
http://www.labcluster.com/news4/30334_ghs_poster_eu.pdf
Classification Table- Codes
Questions?