Work Health and Safety (WHS) for Site Leaders/Managers
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HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES Work Health and Safety (WHS) for Site Leaders/Managers Hazardous Chemicals
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Hazardous Chemicals. Work Health and Safety (WHS) for Site Leaders/Managers. 1. Check if Hazardous/Non-Hazardous. 2. Is there a GHS Pictogram?. Pictograms signify hazards of chemicals . 3. Is the Chemical on the “Approved List”?. Approved Chemical Register. ChemWatch is also online!. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Work Health and Safety (WHS) for Site Leaders/Managers
Hazardous Chemicals
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IDENTIFY CHEMICAL
APPENDIX 1 GUIDE TO THE PURCHASING OF CHEMICALS
Is the chemical hazardous?YES NO
Refer to the DECD Approved Chemicals List
www.decd.sa.gov.au/whs
Is the chemical on the Approved Chemicals List?
YES
NOSeek alternative safe chemical or obtain approval from Health & Safety ServicesSee Approved Request Application Form
www.decd.sa.gov.au/whs
Refer to ChemWatch or manufacturer’s Safety
Data Sheet (SDS)
Refer to ChemWatch or manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and note these
details:
Hazard class (GHS)Australian Dangerous Goods CodeMedicine & Poisons Standards (SUMPS)Hazard RatingMajor RisksConditions for use
Approved ChemicalProceed to purchase or use of chemical with reference to manufacturer’s SDS or
ChemWatch to identify:
HazardsRisk level (eg flammability etc)Labelling requirementsSafe handling & labelling informationPrecautions for use and storagePPE/Clothing
Document on Hazardous Chemical Register
Refer to ChemWatch or manufacturer’s SDS and note these details:
Hazard Class (GHS)Australian Dangerous Goods CodeMedicine & Poisons Standards (SUSMP)Hazard RatingMajor RisksConditions for use
Non hazardous chemicals may be purchased without approval. Refer to manufacturer’s product label, SDS or ChemWatch for the safe use, storage, labelling and disposal of the chemical
A RISK ASSESSMENT MUST BE CONDUCTED ON ALL PROCESSES AND ACTIVITIES THAT USE HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS. SEE RISK ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR PROACTICAL ACTIVITIES
Person ordering or using the chemical must establish the status of the chemical and ensure controls are in place before purchase
IDENTIFY CHEMICAL
Is the chemical hazardous?YES NO
Refer to the DECD Approved Chemicals List
www.decd.sa.gov.au/hrhealthsafety
Is the chemical on the Approved Chemicals List?
YES
NO
Seek alternative safe chemical or obtain approval from Health & Safety Services
See Appendix 2 Hazardous Chemical Approval Request Application
www.decd.sa.gov.au/hrhealthsafety/pages/hazards/hazchems/
Refer to ChemWatch or manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
The chemical is hazardous if DANGER and/or WARNING signal words, a GHS
pictogram of any type and hazard statements are present.
Refer to ChemWatch or manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and note these
details:
Hazard class (GHS)Australian Dangerous Goods CodeMedicine & Poisons Standards (SUMPS)Hazard RatingMajor RisksConditions for use
Approved ChemicalProceed to purchase or use of chemical with reference to manufacturer’s SDS or
ChemWatch to identify:
HazardsRisk level (eg flammability etc)Labelling requirementsSafe handling & labelling informationPrecautions for use, storage and disposalPPE/Clothing
Document on Hazardous Chemical RegisterRefer to ChemWatch or manufacturer’s
SDS and note these details:
Hazard Class (GHS)Australian Dangerous Goods CodeMedicine & Poisons Standards (SUSMP)Hazard RatingMajor RisksConditions for use
Non hazardous chemicals may be purchased without approval. Refer to manufacturer’s product label, SDS or ChemWatch for the safe use, storage, labelling and disposal of the chemical
A RISK ASSESSMENT MUST BE CONDUCTED ON ALL PROCESSES AND ACTIVITIES THAT USE HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS. SEE APPENDIX 3 RISK ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES
Person ordering or using the chemical must establish the status of the chemical and ensure controls are in place before purchase
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1. Check if Hazardous/Non-Hazardous
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2. Is there a GHS Pictogram?
Pictograms signify hazards of chemicals
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3. Is the Chemical on the “Approved List”?
Approved Chemical Register
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ChemWatch is also online!
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Non-Hazardous?
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Purchase
FOLLOW LABEL SAFETY INFO
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Hazardous?
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Check for a safer alternative
On approved list?If not…
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Seeking approval for a new chemical
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