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GHS A guide to Globally Harmonized System (GHS) chemical labeling standards All contents copyright © 2019 by Creative Safety Supply. All rights reserved. No part of this document or accompanying files may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, electronic or otherwise, by any means without the prior written permission of the publisher. This ebook is presented to you for informational purposes only and is not a substitution for any professional advice. The contents herein are based on the views and opinions of the author and all associated contributors. While every effort has been made by the author and all associated contributors to present accurate and up-to-date information within this document, it is apparent technologies rapidly change. Therefore, the author and all associated contributors reserve the right to update the contents and information provided herein as these changes progress. 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Contents What is GHS? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Participating Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GHS Timeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Important Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hazard Classifications & Categories . . . . . . . . . . . 9 GHS Safety Data Sheets (SDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 GHS Label Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Creating GHS Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Creative Safety Supply is a global supplier of Safety and Lean products and manufacturer of leading brands such as LabelTac® Label & Sign Printers and SafetyTac® Industrial Floor Tapes. Additionally, Creative Safety Supply offers a wide selection of floor signs, wall signs and other high visibility signage solutions. The Leaders in Visual Safety™ DISCLAIMER GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 2 What is GHS? Why now? The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) is a method developed by the United Nations (UN) for communicating chemical hazards. Under this system, chemical containers must all display a specific label. This label helps facilitate the safe shipping and use of hazardous substances. Before GHS, inconsistencies in labeling made exporting and importing chemicals a challenge. Countries were each using their own labeling system. The lack of international standards increased the risk of accidents because recipients of chemical shipments could not quickly recognize the hazards presented by their packages. As a result of differing labeling from country to country, shipping costs also rose for many companies as the global trade of chemicals grew. The GHS aims to eliminate this confusion by providing clear guidelines for chemical labeling that can be used across borders. The UN published the first edition of the GHS in 2003, but these changes to chemical GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 3 hazard communication are just beginning to go into effect in the United States. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) integrated GHS into its Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) in 2012, and the new regulations are currently being implemented by manufacturers, importers, distributors, and employers. The GHS unifies several important aspects of communicating about hazardous chemicals. In addition to standardizing the format and contents of labels on chemical containers, the system requires the use of a Safety Data Sheet, which includes specific, detailed information about a chemical, its hazards, and relevant first aid measures. The GHS also creates standardized hazard classifications that make it easier for those handling these chemicals to understand what physical and health risks are associated with them. GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 4 Participating Countries The GHS is not a legal requirement, but many countries are choosing to adopt this new standard because it simplifies the transport and storage of chemicals. Those involved in the chemical trade will no longer need to create multiple labels and information sheets to sell their products to more than one country. The chemical business worldwide amounts to more than $1.7 trillion annually, and in the U.S. it is a $450 billion industry. Consider the fact that OSHA estimates the GHS will save the country $585 million annually in productivity improvements and $266 million related to reduced safety risks, and the changes seem more than worthwhile. Additionally, the changes will prevent 43 deaths and 585 work-related injuries and illnesses in the U.S. each year, according to OSHA. Not all countries will adopt the GHS standards in the exact same way, but the UN does mandate that countries use the same basic components of the standard if they choose to adopt it: hazard classifications, safety data sheets, and labels. GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 5 72 participating countries (2019) Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Bolivia Brazil Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic Republic of Congo Denmark Ecuador Estonia Finland France Gambia Germany Greece Guatemala Hungary Iceland Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Japan Kyrgyzstan Lao People’s Democratic Republic Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Madagascar Malaysia Malta Mauritius Mexico Myanmar Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Norway Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Republic of Korea Romania Russian Federation Senegal Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand Turkey United Kingdom United States of America Uruguay Vietnam Zambia GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 6 GHS Timeline 1992 The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) was mandated at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) to internationally standardize classification and labeling of chemicals. 2002 Countries were encouraged to implement the new GHS as soon as possible, with a goal of having a fully operational system by 2008. In December 2002, the UN approved the 1st edition of the GHS standards. 2003 The 1st edition of the GHS was published and made available for implementation. 2004 In December 2004, amendments to the GHS were adopted at the 2nd session of the Subcommittee of Experts. Amendments included revisions on classification and labeling, new rules for aspiration hazards and precautionary statements, pictograms, and preparation of safety data sheets. 2005 OSHA Published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and opened it to public comments. Later that year the 1st revised edition of the GHS was adopted by the Committee of Experts. 2007 The 2nd revised edition of the GHS was published (included standardized precautionary measures). GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 7 2009 OSHA published a proposal to modify the Hazard Communication Standard to conform with the GHS. 2011 OSHA released the final ruling on the updated Hazard Communication Standard. 2012 The Office of Management and Budget concluded its review of OSHA’s revised Hazard Communication Standard, incorporating GHS principles. OSHA passed its final ruling updating the Hazard Communication Standard to align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals. 2015 E.U. current directives on classification, labeling, and packaging will be repealed (May 31). Expected E.U. deadline for mixture reclassification after entry into force (June 1). 2017 Definitions for different kinds of damages produced by chemicals like “dermal irritation,” “eye irritation,” and others are expanded to better describe risks associated with certain substances. A precautionary statement was added regarding the disposal/recycling of explosives. 2019 8th revised edition of the GHS published. Includes new labeling examples for sets or kits, instructions on skin corrosion/irritation classification based on in vitro/ex vivo data, and change of classification criteria for aerosols. GHS Guide www.creativesafetysupply.com/guides | 1-866-777-1360 8 Important Dates The GHS has been implemented globally since 1992, but made its biggest impact on businesses in the United States in 2012, when it was officially incorporated by OSHA. That year, OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard was changed to align with GHS. Since then, several relevant GHS implementation dates have been enforced by OSHA. These dates have affected employers, distributors, chemical manufacturers, and importers. Employers: • Had to incorporate new label requirements and safety data sheet (SDS) format starting December 1, 2013. They were also required to provide training for employees on these new standards. • By June 1, 2016, employers were required to update workplace labeling and uploads/s1/ guide-ghs.pdf