safety data Articles
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China: incoming regulatory updates
What is it? The GB 30000/2013, divided into 28 sections, updates the system of classification of chemicals in accordance with the fourth edition of GHS. It also results in the adoption of new classes and categories that were not previously included. The GB/T 17519/2013 provides new non-binding guidelines for the compilation of the Safety Data Sheet, in accordance with Chinese GHS. What’s ...
By Selerant srl
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Introduce one or more poison control center in the safety data sheet
The antipoison center in paragraph 1 of the safety data sheet is only viewable by doing simple changes to the FPL file (the file that will create and print the SDS), therefore, by agreement with the antipoison center, follow this month’s newsletter to change and update your safety data sheet! Antipoison Center position of the phrase: Phrases related to the antipoison center are already ...
By Selerant srl
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Regional Data and Analysis to Plan for Transportation Safety
Collecting and analyzing safety data can help regional planners to understand trends and contributing factors and perform several types of analysis to plan for and improve transportation safety performance. In this session of the 2016 National Regional Transportation Conference, attendees heard about methods for using safety data and shared information about experiences and training needs in an ...
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New guidelines by ECHA for downstream users and about safety data sheets
Purpose of the documents Those documents “in a nutshell” explain in a simple way the main elements contained in the full guidelines and they are aimed at the industrial managers, including managers of small and medium-size companies. Those synthetic documents, which provide instructions in short, cannot include all the details; if there is any doubt, we advise you to consult the ...
By Selerant srl
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Chinese GHS
With the suite Selerant it is possible to manage the different implementations of the GHS around the world. In particular this newsletter describes the Chinese GHS. Common doubts about the Chinese GHS The most common doubt about the Chinese GHS is whether it is sufficient to translate the European regulatory requirements in Chinese language or if the new Chinese regulation requires a ...
By Selerant srl
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MSDS Technology Made Simple
As if it weren't hard enough to keep a business flowing smoothly and clients and employees safe and happy, you must also keep up with the lastest technology. While it may not be important to have the latest and greatest computer system, technology aimed at making your business run more efficiently could save you money, and thus deserves a look. Many companies have turned to computer ...
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Regulations that Chemical Retailers must know being the Responsible Party to provide SDS
According to 29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(6), the responsibilities of chemical retailers are to ensure that distributors are provided with an appropriate material safety data sheet with their initial shipment and with the first shipment after a data sheet is updated. The standard does not compel manufacturers to supply material safety data sheets with each product shipped or to reimburse distributors of ...
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Online SDS Training
Environmental Science Group Ltd Launching Comprehensive Online-Training Program in Safety Data Sheet Authoring Environmental Science Group Ltd (ESG) announced today the launch of its first ever commercially available training course, in the field of Safety Data Sheet authoring. Following a successful roll out among their intern program, ESG are now opening this exciting development opportunity ...
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Another New Year and another Regulatory Deadline - How is your GHS Transition Plan?
Now that we are well on our way into the New Year, we are fast approaching the June 1 deadline to comply with the GHS in the United States. Have you begun implementation of new Safety Data Sheets, labels and training requirements? Where to Start? The first phase of the transition required employees to be trained on Safety Data Sheets and labels by December 1, 2013. The purpose of this training ...
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Understanding Safety Data Sheets
In the last couple of decades, regulations concerning chemicals or other dangerous substances have been rapidly developing around the globe. Regulations prescribe several different obligations and requirements for the safe handling of chemicals. One of such obligations is a requirement for safety data sheets. While there are some differences between different regions and markets, it is an almost ...
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Eusheet: Material Safety Data Sheets in accordance with the safety regulations
Material Safety Data Sheets in accordance with the safety regulations. EUSHEET Plus GHS/CLP is software that can create Safety Data Sheets that fully comply with safety and environmental protection regulations in all European Union countries. It’s an indispensable tool for any production company that wishes to operate in the European Union. The Safety Data Sheet consist of 16 sections ...
By Selerant srl
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Managing compliant MSDSs and labels
Chemical regulatory compliance is growing in complexity as product sourcing and formulations proliferate and organizations expand into new markets on a global scale. Staying current with the requirements of international regulatory initiatives such as the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) and the Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals ...
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7 Life-Saving facts about the Importance of SDS Sheet
“SDS” Safety Data Sheet is a legal document that has all the hazard and risk details associated with the substance. It has 16 sections containing information and properties of chemical substances, what carcinogen they provide, and also contains the methods on how to prevent these hazards. Safety Data Sheet actually determines the hazards of the chemical present on the SDS and the ...
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FDA Issues Final Guidance on Use of Nanomaterials in Food for Animals
On August 4, 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the availability of a final guidance document entitled “Guidance for Industry: Use of Nanomaterials in Food for Animals.” The Guidance is intended to assist industry and other stakeholders in identifying potential issues related to safety or regulatory status of food for animals containing nanomaterials or ...
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GHS Around the World: Not Quite the Harmonized System it's Supposed to Be
You would be hard-pressed to walk into a workplace anywhere in the world and not observe diamond pictograms on containers and binders of safety data sheets (SDSs). Pictograms on labels and SDSs are just two components of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). GHS requires chemical manufacturers and employers to determine the intrinsic hazards of ...
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How to Save $1.2 Million in Workers’ Compensation Dollars
Pace Industries is North America’s largest full-service aluminum, zinc, and magnesium die casting company. Founded in 1970, Pace operates 12 divisions with 21 facilities and over 4,200 associates across the U.S. and Mexico. Today, their safety performance is a source of pride and a competitive advantage within their industry. But Pace Industries has learned a lot along the way. Pace ...
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An Overview of Material Safety Data Sheet
MSDSs are specified by section 1910.1200(g) of the HCS (enclosed). The MSDS lists the hazardous substances of a product along with its physical and chemical characteristics and its effect on human health. It also provides detailed information on the chemicals with which it can adversely react, how to handle them, its precautionary measures, methods to prevent a spill and first aid procedures. ...
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Internet a valuable resource
New Innovations in MSDS Management For MSDS compliance, like many other tasks that involve information management, the Internet is considered by some to be the 'killer app.' However, acquiring and maintaining MSDSs via the Internet is no small job. Can your company actually use the Internet to better manage its MSDS needs? When used properly, the Internet can be a cost effective and ...
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Aligning Chemicals Labeling with Global Rules Involves Major Efforts
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) began the Herculean task of aligning the U.S.’s Hazardous Communication Standard (HCS) with the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) in September 2009. GHS provides harmonized criteria for classifying chemicals according to their health and physical hazards, and specifies hazard ...
By Acta Group
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7 Tips for Using Safety Data Sheets Online
Have you ever had an incident with chemicals before? One incident is enough to see the dangerous consequences of handling chemicals. One of the main issues working with chemicals is safety. Hazardous chemicals often can present a considerable risk for people and the environment. That is why Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are so important. They help personnel handling the chemicals know about the ...
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