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Hazard Communication Standard2012 Revision

OSHA revised HazComm standard

Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)

Changes in chemical labels and safety data sheets

Hazard Communication Standard

Provide a common and coherent look Enhance worker comprehension Reduce confusion Safer training Safer handling and use of chemicals Quicker and more efficient access to data

sheets

Goals of New Standard

Compliance deadline!

All employees must be trained on new label elements and SDS format

December 1st, 2013

Pictogram Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Product identifier and supplier information

Label Information

GHS classification ratings order of severity differ from NFPA and HMIS:

HMIS/NFPA0 = least hazardous4 = most hazardous

GHS5 = least hazardous1 = more hazardous

Reclassification Ratings

Symbol on white background with red square frame

8 pictograms used by OSHA

Label Pictograms

Pictogram: Health Hazard

Carcinogen Mutagenicity Reproductive toxicity Respiratory sensitizer Target organ toxicity Aspiration toxicity Germ cell mutagens

Pictogram: Flame

Flammable Pyrophorics Self-heating Emits flammable gas Self-reactives Organic peroxides

Pictogram: Exclamation Mark

Irritant Skin sensitizer Acute toxicity Narcotic effects Respiratory tract

irritant Hazardous to ozone

layer

Pictogram: Gas Cylinder

Gases under pressure

Pictogram: Corrosion

Skin corrosion/burns Eye damage Corrosive to metals

Pictogram: Exploding Bomb

Explosives Self-reactives Organic peroxide

Pictogram: Flame Over Circle

Oxidizers

Pictogram: Skull & Crossbones

Acute toxicity Fatal or toxic

Signal Word

Single word

Danger – severe hazards

Warning – less severe

Assigned to hazard class and category Nature of hazard Degree of hazard

“Causes serious eye irritation”“Highly flammable liquid and vapor”

Hazard Statement

Minimize/prevent adverse effects from exposure, improper storage, or handling

“Keep away from heat”“Wear protective gloves/clothing”

Precautionary Statement

Sample Label

Replaces MSDS

16 sections listed in specific order

Can use MSDS and SDS sheets during transition

Recommend changing to SDS when available

SDS – Safety Data Sheets

Product identifier Manufacturer’s contact

information Recommended uses of

the product Emergency phone

number

SDS – Section 1: Identification

Pictograms Hazard statement Signal words Precautionary

statement Unclassified hazards

SDS – Section 2: Hazard Identification

Chemical name Common name and

synonyms List of all ingredients

SDS – Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients

Initial care steps responding to exposure

Lists the most significant effects

Acute and delayed effects

Immediate medical attention

Special treatment if necessary

SDS – Section 4: First-Aid Measures

Recommendations for fighting fire caused by product

Special protective equipment and precautions

Risks developed during the fire – hazardous combustion

SDS – Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures

Appropriate response to spills or leaks of product

Methods and materials for containment/clean up

Precautions, protective equipment

Emergency procedures

SDS – Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Precautions for safe handling

Conditions for safe storage

SDS – Section 7: Handling & Storage

Measures to minimize worker exposure

OSHA PEL exposure limits

PPE personal protection

SDS – Section 8: Exposure Controls & Personal Protection

Appearance Odor pH Melting/freezing

points Density Threshold Pressure

SDS – Section 9: Physical & Chemical Properties

Conditions to avoid Reactivity Chemical stability Possible hazardous reactions Incompatible materials

SDS – Section 10: Stability & Reactivity

Toxicological effects Likely exposure

routes Delayed and

immediate effects of exposure

Chronic effects from short and long term exposure

SDS – Section 11: Toxicological Information

Not mandatory Information on the

environmental impact the product causes

SDS – Section 12: Ecological Information

Proper disposal and recycling methods

Related to product and container

Safe handling

SDS – Section 13: Disposal Information

Classification for shipping and transport

Special precautions if necessary

SDS – Section 14: Transport Information

Safety regulations Health regulations Environmental regulations

SDS – Section 15: Regulatory Information

Date of preparation of SDS Date of last revision made What changes were made

SDS – Section 16: Other

Sample SDS

• Gather new standard information• Plan the transition• Inventory in-house chemicals• Update MSDS documentation• Update workplace labels• Schedule/conduct training

How to Prepare?

December 1, 2013 – employees trained on SDS/labels

June 1, 2015 – manufacturers must comply with all final rules and provisions

December 1, 2015 – distributors must cease shipping products with old labeling

June 1, 2016 – update all labeling and hazard programs in the workplace

Implementation

www.ursourcellc.com www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.html www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3642.pdf

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