hazcom 2012 - ghs update for supervisors, safety committee members, employees
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HazCom 2012 - GHS Update For Supervisors, Safety Committee Members, Employees. Local Roads Project Work SAFE Dec 3, 2013. Agenda. Review of the HazCom Std (HCS) Background of update Review of Update – HazCom2012 Updates / Changes identified by NEW! Questions / Discussion. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
HazCom 2012 - GHS UpdateFor Supervisors, Safety Committee Members, Employees
Local RoadsProject WorkSAFEDec 3, 2013
Agenda
Review of the HazCom Std (HCS) Background of update Review of Update – HazCom2012
Updates / Changes identified by NEW!
Questions / Discussion
HAZARD COMMUNICATION
REVIEW
Standard in place since 1983
Steps in the HazCom Process
Chemical manufacturers /importers classify and categorize the chemicals they produce according to specific criteria that describe the chemical’s health, physical, and other hazards
Manufacturers / importers use this classification and category to determine the standardized information they must provide on (NEW!) labels and in safety data sheets (SDS) (NEW! formally MSDS)
Workplace purchases hazardous chemical products from manufacturer/distributor/importer
Each shipped container of hazardous chemical must have a (NEW!) label and include an (NEW!) SDS that classifies the chemical and provides specific information about hazards
The employer assigns responsibilities for all the elements of the written hazard communication program
HazCom steps # 2
The employer must prepare a written hazard communication program that: Lists all the hazardous chemicals that
employees may be exposed to at work, using product identifiers that are cross-referenced to the label and the SDS
Describes how the workplace will use the program, the SDSs (NEW!), the labels (NEW!), and training (revised) to keep employees safe
HazCom steps # 3
HazCom Steps # 4
The employer assigns responsibilities for all the elements of the hazard communication plan
Employer ensures the written program is maintained and updated as needed
Existing Required Training for employees
Explanation of the HazCom program, including information on labels, MSDSs, and how to obtain and use available hazard information Hazards of chemicals Protective measures such as engineering
controls, work practices, and the use of PPE How to detect the presence or release of a
hazardous chemical using monitoring devices observation smell
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Written Hazard Communication Program summary
Written HazCom Program Administrator List of MSDS MSDS accessible Training for Exposed Employees
Before first exposure Before the introduction of new hazards Update to hazard information
GHS AND HAZCOM2012BACKGROUND
Why is the GHS needed?
No country has the ability to identify and specifically regulate every hazardous chemical product
650,000 such products in US
Adoption of GHS helps address protection needs
Background
The GHS was adopted by the United Nations in 2002
Original implementation date for the US was 2008
OSHA published a notice of proposed rulemaking to update the hazard communication standard in September 2009
Held public hearings in March of 2010 Final rule made the Federal Registry March 26,
2012
13David Wallace, CIH Sr. Lecturer, Utah State University Nevada Local Section, AIHA March 9, 2011
14David Wallace, CIH Sr. Lecturer, Utah State University Nevada Local Section, AIHA March 9, 2011
Benefits to GHS
Maintain Consistency Increase quality of information Reduce trade barriers Reduce confusion Increase comprehension of hazards Reduce fatalities and injuries
43 fatalities/year 585 injuries/year
Help address literacy issues
GHS UPDATE TO HAZCOM 2012
NEW!
2012 Update to HazCom Std GHS = Globally Harmonized System MSDS => SDS (Safety Data Sheets) SDS Now Standardized
16 sections Info always in same section
New labeling requirements for Manufacture and Employer
Pictograms Hazard statement Signal word
NEW!
Definitions
Contact info the Chemical Manufacture, Distributor, or Importer Name Address Phone Number Must be on Label Must be on SDS - section 1
NEW!
Definitions
Hazard Statement (HS) Describes the nature of the hazard Degree of hazard All applicable hazards
May be combined to improve readability HS are specific to the hazard class and
categories The idea is - Users should see
Same hazard statement for the same hazard Regardless of producer or supplier of chemical
NEW!
Definitions
Pictogram Square shape set on a point Black hazard symbol White background Red Boarder/Frame 8 designated pictograms
NEW!
Definitions
Precautionary Statement Phrase that describes the
recommended measures that should be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects
From exposure to Improper storage Improper handling
NEW!
Definitions
Product Identifier (PI) Chem name, or Code #, or Batch # Producer decides on appropriate PI Same PI must be on Label & Sect 1
of SDS
NEW!
Definitions
Signal Word Indicates the relative level of severity of the
hazard 2 Signal Words
Danger More severe hazards
Warning Less severe hazards
Only 1 signal word on label
NEW!
Hazard Classification done by manufacture/importer/distributor of Chemical
Each type of hazard covered is considered a “hazard class”— examples acute toxicity, carcinogenicity
Most hazard classes are also sub-divided into “hazard categories” to reflect the degree of severity
Concept of “classification”— Manufacture determines that there is a hazardous
effect and how severe that effect might be Example is the severity a Category 1, 2,3, or 4
NEW!
Hazard Classification: Classification Provisions
Chemical manufacturers and importers must classify each chemical they produce or import: Determine the appropriate hazard classes and
associated hazard categories Based on an evaluation of the full range of
available data/evidence for the chemical (no testing is required)
Appendix A of Standard for health hazard criteria Introduction to App A provides the general
approach to classification Appendix B of Standard for physical hazard
criteria
NEW!
Classification by Chemical manufacture
A single consistent hazard statement for each level of hazard within each hazard class
Example: For the Flammable Liquids Class Categor
yHazard Statement
1 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
2 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
3 Flammable liquid and vapour
4 Combustible liquid
NEW!
PPT-016-04 36
GHS classification ratings order of severity is reversed from NFPA and HMIS:
HMIS/NFPA 0 = Least Hazardous
4 = Most Hazardous
GHS 5 = Least Hazardous
1 = Most Hazardous
NEW!
It is my believe that this should not be a problem for most employers, since the chemical manufacture is determining the hazard class and using that information in the SDS and on the new label
SDS information:
SAFETY DATA SHEETS – 16 sections:Section 1 - Identification
product identifier manufacturer /distributor name
address, phone number; emergency phone number recommended use restrictions on use
Section 2 - Hazard(s) Identification all hazards regarding the chemical required label elements
NEW!
SDS information:
Section 3 - Composition information on ingredients
chemical ingredients trade secret claims
Section 4 - First-aid Measures Important symptoms Effects – acute - delayed Required treatment
NEW!
SDS Information continued:
Section 5 - Fire-fighting measures suitable extinguishing techniques fire-fighting equipment chemical hazards from fire
Section 6 - Accidental release measures emergency procedures protective equipment proper methods of containment and cleanup
NEW!
SDS Information continued
Section 7 - Handling & Storage precautions for safe handling and storage
including incompatibilities
Section 8 - Exposure controls / PPESection 8 - Exposure controls / PPE OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs) Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) appropriate engineering controls personal protective equipment (PPE)
Section 9 - Physical & Chemical properties the chemical's characteristics….
NEW!
SDS Information continued:
Section 10 - Stability & Reactivity chemical stability and possibility of hazardous
reactions Section 11 - Toxicological information
routes of exposure related symptoms acute and chronic effects numerical measures of toxicity
Section 12 - Ecological information* non-mandatory for OSHA
Section 13 - Disposal considerations* “ “ “ Section 14 - Transport information* “ “ “ Section 15 - Regulatory information* “ “ “ Section 16 - Other information
date of preparation or last revision
NEW!
GHS Pictograms delineates hazards
Health Hazards
Carcinogen Mutagenicity Reproductive Toxicity Respiratory Sensitizer Target Organ Toxicity Aspiration Toxicity
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Flame Flammables Pyrophorics Self-Heating Emits Flammable Gas Self-Reactives Organic Peroxides
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Exclamation Mark
Irritant (skin and eye) Skin Sensitizer Acute Toxicity Narcotic Effects Respiratory Tract Irritant
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Gas Cylinder
Gases Under Pressure
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Corrosion
Skin Corrosion/Burns Eye Damage Corrosive to Metals
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Exploding Bomb
Explosives Self-Reactives Organic Peroxides
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Flame Over Circle Oxidizers
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Skull and Crossbones
Acute Toxicity (fatal or toxic)
NEW!
GHS Pictograms
Environment Non-Mandatory –OSHA
Aquatic Toxicity
NEW!
Labels
Paragraph (f) extensively re-written to incorporate the GHS approach Directions for Chemical
Manufactures/Importers/Distributers Final rule sets forth detailed, required
elements for labels For Chem Manufactures and Employers
NEW!
GHS Lables
Manufacture / Shipping Labels may have:
Multiple pictograms
Hazards / Hazard statements
But only one of two Signal Word Warning Danger
NEW!
What is the new label for?
Tell you what the chemical is Hazards associated with
Tell you how to properly store the chemical
First aid Information
NEW!
Manufacture / Shipping Labels
Must have 6 elements:• Product Identifier• Manufacturer/supplier• Pictogram• Signal Words• Hazard Statements• Precautionary Statements
NEW!
Label Example
NEW!
Acetone
(product ID)
DANGER Highly flammable liquid and
vaporCauses serious eye irritation Keep away from heat/sparks/open
flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static
discharge.Keep cool. Protect from sunlightKeep Container tightly closed.Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing, eye protection/face protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
ABC ManufacturerChemical AvenueChemical, State 12345-1234
Signal Word
Hazard Statement/s
Precautionary statement/s
Supplier identification
pictograms
NEW!
NEW!
Training Effective Time of initial assignment Whenever new chemical with new hazard is
introduced
Note: Training may be designed to cover classes of hazards – not necessarily every chemical / SDS
Examples: All flammables All carcinogens
Chemical specific information must be provided by the labels and SDS
NEW! - Updated
TRAINING for 12/1/13
Labeling elements Signal words Pictograms Precautionary statements Interaction of chemicals Proper storage
Safety Data Sheet - New format
NEW!
Effective GHS Dates
Dec. 1, 2013 Employers must have trained
employers on New label elements SDS format and sections Training appropriate for audience
NEW!
Effective GHS Dates
June 1, 2015 Compliance with all modified
provisions of the final rule Dec. 1, 2015
Distributors must not ship containers without a GHS compliant label
NEW!
Effective GHS Dates
June 1, 2016 Employers must have
Updated workplace labels Updated HazCom program as necessary Additional training on any new physical or
health hazards
NEW!
VOSHA fines
Other-than Serious violations Generally no monetary penalty
Serious violations Start at $7,000 per violation
Reduced based on Company size Severity Company OSHA history Effective Safety and Health program Citations may be grouped or combined based
policy