Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals

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OSHA extends comment period for draft ‘weight of evidence’ guidance

March 9, 2016

Washington – OSHA has extended, to May 2, the deadline to submit comments on the agency’s draft document on using the “weight of evidence” approach to classifying hazardous chemicals.

Canada, OSHA outline plan for hazcom coordination

March 4, 2016

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Washington – Employers can now meet hazard communication requirements for both the United States and Canada with a single label and Safety Data Sheet, safety officials from the two countries said during a March 3 webinar.

OSHA issues draft guidance for ‘weight of evidence’ approach

February 17, 2016

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Washington – A new draft OSHA document outlines how employers can use an approach known as “weight of evidence” to assist in classifying hazardous chemicals.

OSHA updates hazcom webpage

November 4, 2015

Washington – OSHA has updated its hazard communication webpage to include easier access to topics on the agency’s revised standard.

November Letter to the Editor

October 25, 2015

This month: A reader writes on the importance of keeping up with current GHS standards.

OSHA instructs inspectors on enforcing hazcom standard

July 22, 2015

Washington – OSHA compliance officers have a new instruction document that outlines inspection procedures for the agency’s updated Hazard Communication Standard.

Modifying hazcom/GHS pictograms

Can I modify or handwrite GHS pictograms?

March 30, 2015

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Can I modify or handwrite GHS pictograms?

Manufacturers showing ‘good faith’ on GHS may avoid citations, OSHA says

March 2, 2015

Washington – Some manufacturers of chemical mixtures will not be cited for failing to immediately comply with new Safety Data Sheet and chemical labeling requirements if they exercise “good faith,” a Feb. 9 OSHA enforcement memorandum states.

READY FOR JUNE 1?

GHS: The look of things to come

New chemical labeling and Safety Data Sheets will begin shipping June 1 under OSHA’s updated Hazard Communication Standard. Are you ready for the changes?

January 25, 2015

Kyle W. Morrison

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New chemical hazard labeling and safety data sheets will start arriving at worksites June 1 to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard. The new labels could reveal previously undisclosed hazards – make sure your employees understand the new format, and your chemical safety policy is up-to-date.

Hazcom/GHS

What steps do I need to take to be compliant under the new Hazard Communication Standard?

March 24, 2014

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The recent update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (CFR 1910.1200) changes the requirements for chemical labeling and mandatory employee training. The new Globally Harmonized System creates a universal standard to help keep workers safe and informed about chemical hazards. Because Hazcom is already one of the most frequently violated OSHA standards, it’s essential to know exactly what GHS is and how it affects your business.