March 31, 2011
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Health & Safety Newsletter March 31, 2011 |
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China to implement globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals
On March 12, 2011, China`s State Administration of Work Safety (SAWS) issued Decree 591, "Regulation on the Safe Management of Dangerous Chemicals," which concerns the safe use of chemicals. The regulation is very wide ranging in scope and "sets the tone" for future chemicals legislation. As one of the more immediate impacts, State Decree 591 uses the National Standards GB 13690-2009 on the general rules for the classification and hazard communication of chemicals, and GB 12528-2009 on precautionary labeling. The National Standards are effectively technical manuals that assist in the practical ... |
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More science needed for tackling disasters, says report
Science and technology will be essential for anticipating and responding to disasters, according to a review of the humanitarian practices of one of the world`s leading national aid agencies, the UK Department for International Development (DFID). Natural disasters are killing more people each year, with climate-related disasters alone predicted to affect 375 million a year by 2015. Finding new ways of tackling them is essential, according to the Humanitarian Emergency Response Review, ... |
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