The Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Classification and Labeling

The Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Classification and Labeling
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM GHS The Globally Harmonized System for Hazard Classification and Labeling This training session is designed to provide information to employees who work with hazardous chemicals and substances. Employers are required to provide training on the new GHS elements, labels and SDSs to employees by December 1, 2013.

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4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Training Goal Understand the changes to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (Haz Com) What is GHS? Why was the GHS Developed? What are the Benefits of GHS? What are the Changes to Haz Comm Requirements with GHS? Who does this Impact? When Do You Need To Be In Compliance? Review the New 2012 Hazard Communication New Labeling Requirements Overview of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) format 16 categories This is the agenda – read through it.

4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM What is GHS? GHS is an acronym for Global Harmonized System for Hazard Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. This program defines and classifies hazards for chemical substances, dilute solutions, and mixtures. This is a common and coherent approach to classify chemicals for a global economy. Communicates information on labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). The GHS provides infrastructure for the establishment of national and international comprehensive chemical safety programs. GHS Adopted by 67 Nations

Why was the GHS Developed?
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Why was the GHS Developed? To eliminate the variation in chemical classifications and hazards. To provide consistency in phrases used to indicate the severity of hazards, across different hazard types. To offer better employee protection. Information should be conveyed in more than one way for comprehensibility and understanding. Reduces confusion. Enhances understanding of hazards. Helps address literacy and language concerns. OSHA established HazCom standard in 1983 Covers: 43+ Million Workers 5+ Million American Workplaces So, why the change? Since 1992, the United Nations have been working to create and enhance a globally harmonized system for the classification and labeling of chemicals that can be used by importers, distributers and manufacturers worldwide. The goal is to provide a common and coherent approach to classifying chemicals, as it varies from Manufacturer to Manufacturer, State to State, Country to Country

What are the Benefits of GHS?
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM What are the Benefits of GHS? It will enhance the human health and the environment. It will reduce the need for testing and evaluation against multiple classification systems, avoiding duplication of efforts. Fewer chemical accidents. Lower health care cost, due to fewer accidents. Improved protection of workers from chemical hazards. Reduction in the cost of enforcement. Expanded use of training programs regarding health and safety. Improved corporate image and credibility. Create awareness of hazards, resulting in safer use of chemicals. The basic goal of hazard communication is to ensure that employers, employees and the public are provided with adequate, reliable, and practical information on the hazards of chemicals. There are many benefits to an internationally standardized program.

What are the Changes to HazCom Compliance with GHS?
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM What are the Changes to HazCom Compliance with GHS? All Labels have new standards The term MSDS now changes to SDS, with extensive changes. Added: Training on the Labels & SDSs Keep Existing HazCom Training Add information as it comes into the workplace Example: Replace MSDSs with SDSs in your facility’s book Replace Labels and MSDS Training Sections with New Standard Written Program - Mostly Unchanged Definitions have changed Still requires review and update GHS Does NOT Replace a Facility Specific HazCom Program MSDS SDS = Material Safety Data Sheet Safety Data Sheet 2012 HCS is Hazard Communication Standard HCS is in the 29 Code of the Federal Regulations (CFR) HCS is the term for the updated code. It remains 29 CFR Read slide – we’ll be reviewing the new labels and SDSs in detail

What are the Changes to HazCom Compliance with GHS?
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM What are the Changes to HazCom Compliance with GHS? Classification Criteria Class and Category Health Hazards Physical Hazards Environmental Hazards Mixtures (Diluted Products) Hazard Communication Labels Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Replaces Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS’s) Manufacturers must use the OSHA HCS 2012 to determine the chemicals hazards and designate them as a Health or Physical Hazard. Environmental Hazards are not regulated by OSHA, but could be seen on the new Labels and SDS, so they are mentioned for your awareness. Mixtures are listed not as a Hazard, but because the standard covers the diluted chemicals now.

Who does this Impact? Manufacturers, Distributors, & Importers
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Who does this Impact? Manufacturers, Distributors, & Importers Change SDS information and format Change container labeling Employers Training employees on changes to: SDS (change from MSDS to SDS and 16-section format) Container Labels (including secondary containers) Update HazCom training to the new standards Update HazCom written plans to the new standards Employees Recognize and understand hazards based on: Information in new SDS format Pictograms on container labels Precautionary and hazard statements The changes affect the following (read slide) There is no requirement to train visitors to a facility. The requirement is to train employees (permanent, part-time, contract). For schools and universities – only their staff needs to be trained. The standard does not cover students.

When Do You Need To Be In Compliance?
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM When Do You Need To Be In Compliance? Effective Completion Date Requirement(s) Responsible Party December 1, 2013 Train employees on the new Label Elements and SDS Format Employers June 1, 2015 Compliance with all modified provisions of the final rule except as noted with different Effective Dates Chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors, and employers December 1, 2015 The distributor shall not ship containers labeled by the chemical manufacturer or importer unless it is a GHS label Distributor June 1, 2016 All employers shall, as necessary, update any “alternative” workplace labeling, update the hazard communication program, and provide any additional employee training for newly identified physical or health hazards. You might notice that Manufacturers must comply with the new standard by June 1, 2015, while Distributors must comply by December 1, This gives distributors time to sell through any inventory received prior to June 2015. Alternative workplace labeling refers to secondary labels or workplace in use signage. This training is targeted to help you meet your goals of training employees by December 1, 2013

Training Goals Review the New 2012 Hazard Communication
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Training Goals Understand the changes to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (Haz Com) What is GHS? Why was the GHS Developed? What are the Benefits of GHS? What are the Changes to Haz Comm Requirements with GHS? Who is Affected? When Do You Need To Be In Compliance? Review the New 2012 Hazard Communication New Labeling Requirements Overview of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) format 16 categories. Now that we understand the changes to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, let’s review the New 2012 Hazard Communication.

New Definition – Hazard Classification & Category
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM New Definition – Hazard Classification & Category Specific criteria for classifying: Health hazards Physical hazards Environmental Hazards (not regulated by OSHA) Each Hazard listed above is assigned a Hazard Class This indicates the nature of the hazard. They also have a Hazard Category The degree of severity within each hazard class 1 = Most Severe 4 = Least Severe There are specific tests manufacturers must perform to determine the Hazard Class and Hazard Category. It is not an arbitrary assignment. The GHS Classification and Communication elements are the foundation to the program to ensure the safe use of chemicals. NOTE the degree of hazard scale is ONE being most severe, with FOUR being least severe. This is the opposite of several other standards in use today, such as HMIS and NFPA.

New Label Elements - Product
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM New Label Elements - Product Standardization for all Product Labels, Each Label Must Include: Product Identifier Supplier Information Signal Word Hazard Pictogram Hazard Statement Precautionary Statement Each Label May Include “Supplemental Information” New Label There are several new label elements: Symbols called “Pictograms” Signal Words Hazard Statements Precautionary Statements Product Identification Supplier/Manufacturer Identification

Product Label Elements Example
This is an example of the new label style that is to appear on product labels beginning no later than June 1, 2015 (or Dec. 1, 2015 for distributers who still have product in inventory after the June 1, 2015 deadline). The type of required information is noted in blue. The actual statements and information will vary depending on the specific health and physical classification of the product.

Labels: Product Identifier and Supplier Information
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Labels: Product Identifier and Supplier Information Product Identifier: The Name of the Product Supplier Information: Company Name Address Telephone Number Definition of product identifier: "Product identifier" means the name or number used for a hazardous chemical on a label or in the SDS. It provides a unique means by which the user can identify the chemical. The product identifier used shall permit cross-references to be made among the list of hazardous chemicals required in the written hazard communication program, the label and the SDS.

Labels: Signal Word Signal Word
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Labels: Signal Word Signal Word Quickly Communicates the Relative Severity of the Hazard Only 2 Signal Words Will Appear: “DANGER” (more severe hazard) “WARNING” (less severe hazard) Not all Labels Will Have a Signal Word Some chemicals are not hazardous enough to require that a signal word appear on the label In the past, there have been several signal words that may have been used to indicate a hazard like caution, warning, danger. The GHS permits the use of only 2 signal words: “Danger” and “Warning”. Only 1 of the signal words is permitted to appear on the label based on the classification of the chemical. Signal Words are used to emphasize hazard and discriminate between levels of hazard

4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Labels: Pictograms There are 9 pictograms. Only 8 are regulated by OSHA Health Hazards Physical Hazards Environmental Hazards (Not regulated by OSHA) This is new with OSHA’s HCS 2012 standard. Hazards are communicated in a standard form on product labels, using the 9 pictograms show here. From left to right – the first 3 pictograms are specific to health hazards: exclamation, health hazard (silhouette of a person with starburst on the chest) and skull and crossbones. The 4th one can represent both a health hazard or a physical hazard that is corrossive. The middle pictogram is for Environmental Hazards which is not regulated by OSHA, but you may see from manufacturers that do business outside the U.S. The 4 pictograms on the right are specific to physical hazards: exploding bomb, flame, flame over circle (oxidizer) and gas cylinder. Let’s review what these mean in more detail.

Health Hazard Pictograms
! Irritant, skin sensitizer, acute toxicity, narcotic effects, respiratory tract irritant, hazard to ozone layer Skin corrosion/burns, eye damage corrosive to metals Four Health Hazard Pictograms Read slide Additional information: Pictogram represented by the silhouette of a person with a starburst across the chest is used indicate that the substance is a chronic and/or target organ hazard. Carcinogen, mutagenicity, Reproductive toxicity, respiratory sensitizer, target organ toxicity, aspiration toxicity Acute toxicity, fatal or toxic

Physical Hazards Pictograms
Explosives Self reactives Organic peroxides Oxidizer Flammables Self reactives Pyrophorics Self heating Emits flammable gas Organic peroxides Gases under Pressure Five physical hazards pictograms (4 specific to Physical, one shared with Health Hazard) Read Slide Note that the corrosive pictogram used to designate corrosion to metal is the same pictogram used for skin corrosion/serious eye damage/eye irritation under the health hazard classification. Not all health hazards represented by this pictogram are corrosive to metal so it is important to look for additional information on the label and in the SDS. Oxidizers are chemicals that can emit oxygen and increase the risk of fire – it supports the combustion of another substance Pyrophoric: igniting spontaneously when exposed to air or producing sparks Corrosive to Metals

English and Spanish Pictograms Posters Available 11x14

Labels: Hazard Statement
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Labels: Hazard Statement "Hazard statement" means a statement assigned to a hazard class that describes the nature of the hazard(s) of a chemical, including, where appropriate, the hazard category (degree of hazard). There are specific hazard statements that must appear on the label based on the chemical hazard classification Examples: Flammable liquid and vapor Causes skin irritation May cause cancer Manufacturers, importers and distributers use the classification system outlined in GHS to identify which statements must appear in the SDS and on the label found in Appendix C. The hazard statements are specific based on the Hazard Class and Category. They are based on actual tests and results and are not optional for a manufacturer. Some examples are listed above. So this brings up: What is a Hazard Class and Category – let’s move on to those now.

Hazard Class Hazard Class The nature of the physical or health hazards
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Hazard Class Hazard Class The nature of the physical or health hazards Examples: flammable solid, carcinogen, oral acute toxicity "Hazard class“ – note the relationship of the Hazard Class to the Pictograms!

1 2 3 4 Hazard Category Hazard Category Degree of Hazard Example:
1 – 2 – 3 – 4 1 – Most Severe; 4 – Least Severe Example: Hazard Class: Flammable liquids Hazard Categories 1: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor 2: Highly flammable liquid and vapor 3: Flammable liquid and vapor 4: Combustible liquid 4 3 2 1 "Hazard category" means the division of criteria within each hazard class, e.g., oral acute toxicity and flammable liquids include four hazard categories. These categories compare hazard severity within a hazard class and should not be taken as a comparison of hazard categories more generally. The Hazard Category is the Degree of Hazard on a 1 to 4 number classification. 1 is MOST SEVERE and 4 is LEAST SEVERE

Label: Precautionary Statements
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Label: Precautionary Statements "Precautionary statement" means a phrase that describes recommended measures that should be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous chemical, or improper storage or handling. Examples: Wear respiratory protection Wash with soap and water Store in a well ventilated place

Precautionary Statements Additional Information
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Precautionary Statements Additional Information Precautionary Statements are not necessarily a mandate for employees to follow. The employer is to evaluate the precautionary statements to determine if these need to be followed by employees. This decision may be based on several factors: How chemical used Where it is used (ventilation concerns) How much of the chemical is used (quantity) Air sampling or testing results (permissible exposure limits) How long the chemical is used (time) Other considerations

Precautionary Statement Employer Evaluation Example
A precautionary statement may state “Wear respiratory protection” Employees may not be required to wear a respirator based on the employer’s evaluation of the factors previously listed (how, where, how much, time)

Label: Supplemental / Other Information (Discretionary)
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Label: Supplemental / Other Information (Discretionary) Other information that may be included on the label: Physical state Color Hazards not otherwise classified Route of exposure Storage and disposal Hazard prevention and emergency response instructions This is discretionary information that may be provided by the manufacturer, importer or distributer. This information is not required to be on the label; however it will be found in the SDS.

4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Current Label Example

New Label Example - DRAFT

Labels: Product In Use in the Workplace
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Labels: Product In Use in the Workplace Workplace “In-Use” Labels Must Be Consistent with the HCS 2012 Product identifier and words, pictures, symbols, or combination thereof, which provide at least general information regarding the hazards of the chemicals May Use Signal Word, Hazard Statement, Pictograms, Precautionary Statement from Original Product Label May use written materials (e.g., signs, placards, etc.) in lieu of affixing labels to individual stationary process containers Employer can use GHS compliant labels (same as shipping) Previously Called Secondary Labels No conflicting hazard warnings or pictograms Labels must be legible and prominently displayed.

Labels: In-Use Containers
Secondary container labeling is the responsibility of the person moving the product into any other type of container, if: The chemistry is stored The chemistry is left unattended The chemistry leaves the person’s direct control Label all chemical containers that will not be emptied before your shift is over.

Labels: In-Use Containers
What about chemistry contained in places like buckets or scrubbers? These places may need labels, too. Cleaning equipment that accepts and mixes chemistry internally has a bottle that can be labeled. For other equipment, one solution is to use a packing list envelope, and adhere the label to the equipment. Or, laminate the label, punch a corner and use a ring to hang. Mixed solution should be removed from equipment before leaving.

4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Training Goals Understand the changes to the OSHA Hazard CommunicationStandard (Haz Com) What is GHS? Why was the GHS Developed? What are the Benefits of GHS? What are the Changes to Haz Comm Requirements with GHS? Who is Affected? When Do You Need To Be In Compliance? Review the New 2012 Hazard Communication New Labeling Requirements Overview of the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) format – 1 16 categories Let’s take a look at the New SDS and review the 16 categories.

4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Safety Data Sheets Under the new Haz Com Standard, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are now called Safety Data Sheets (SDS). All SDSs will have a consistent 16-section format Flexibility of format removed Follows American National Standards Institute (ANSI) format Classified for health and physical hazards based on GHS criteria SDS Safety Data Sheet Manufacturers, importers and distributers may begin using the new 16-section format SDS (follows the ANSI standard) during the transition from the 1994 Haz Com standard and the final 2012 Haz Com standard but no later than June 1, 2015. Manufacturers are required to provide a revised copy of an MSDS/SDS to their employees and customers any time changes are made. Employers are required to maintain copies of all SDSs for the chemicals used and/or stored within the work area. They should have a system to ensure all SDSs are present/accounted and to periodically check for the most current SDS (usually based on revision date) when received from a manufacturer, importer or distributer. The employer is to maintain a copy of the most current SDS and archive prior MSDSs/SDSs. SDSs are to be accessible/available to all employees in a common area.

Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) 16 Part Format in a Specific Order Identification Hazard(s) Identification Composition/Ingredient Information First-aid Measures Fire-fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Physical and Chemical Properties Stability and Reactivity Toxicological Information Ecological Information* Disposal Consideration* Transport Information* Regulatory Information* Other information including date of preparation of last revision This is the required 16-part format to comply with GHS (or OSHA HCS 2012). We’ll be reviewing each of these sections, then show you what an SDS could look like. *Note: Since other Agencies regulate this information, OSHA will not be enforcing Sections 12 through 15(29 CFR (g)(2)). See Appendix D of for any detailed description of SDS contents. * Not Regulated by OSHA

SDS Format 1. Identification Product Identifier
4/1/2017 1:54:21 AM SDS Format 1. Identification Product Identifier Manufacturer or Distributor Name, Address, Phone Number Emergency Number Recommended Use Restrictions on Use Identification includes product identifier; manufacturer or distributor name, address, phone number; emergency phone number; recommended use; restrictions on use.