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Under The GHS, Proper Labeling Is Composed of The Following Elements and Their Respective Definitions

The document discusses the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) which provides standardized labels and safety data sheets to communicate chemical hazards. It outlines the key elements of GHS labels including signal words, hazard statements, pictograms, and supplier information. The document also discusses operational controls for chemical management including elimination, substitution, engineering controls like ventilation, and administrative controls. Emergency response plans and equipment for fires, spills, and medical emergencies are also outlined.

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Under The GHS, Proper Labeling Is Composed of The Following Elements and Their Respective Definitions

The document discusses the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) which provides standardized labels and safety data sheets to communicate chemical hazards. It outlines the key elements of GHS labels including signal words, hazard statements, pictograms, and supplier information. The document also discusses operational controls for chemical management including elimination, substitution, engineering controls like ventilation, and administrative controls. Emergency response plans and equipment for fires, spills, and medical emergencies are also outlined.

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Globally Harmonized System of

Classification and Labelling of Chemicals


(GHS)
• Under the GHS, proper labeling is composed of the following
elements and their respective definitions
1. Signal Word – words such as “Danger” and “Warning” to indicate level of
severity of hazard.
2. Hazard Statement – describes the nature of a hazardous product, including
the degree of hazard.
3. Precautionary Statement – describes recommended measures taken to
minimize effects after exposure to hazard
4. Pictogram – includes graphic elements that is intended to convey
information
5. Product Identifier – used on a GHS label, matches the one used in MSDS
6. Supplier Identifier – contains the name, address, and telephone number of
the supplier
Guides for GHS Label Elements
• Combination packaging for flammable substances (box as outer
packaging and inner packaging) typical for a paint product.
• Single packaging for flammable substances typical for a paint product
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
• Provides comprehensive information about a chemical to both
employees and employers.
• OSHA requires that all hazardous substances should be provided with
MSDSs.
A complete MSDS has 16 sections following the GHS:

• Identification • Stability and reactivity


• Hazards • Toxicological information
• composition • Ecological information
• First aid measures • Disposal considerations
• Fire-fighting measures • Transport information
• Accidental release measures • Regulatory information
• Handling and storage • Other information
• Exposure ontrols
• Physical and chemical properties
Operational controls on Chemical
Management
• Elimination – involves proper planning and designing during the
formulation of products is necessary
• Substitution – involves substituting raw materials containing toxic
substances, e.g., lead driers or leaded pigments, with lead-free raw
materials
• Engineering control – eliminates or minimizes workplace hazards
through the process of shielding or isolating a hazard by enclosing it
so that worker exposure is minimized
Industrial Ventilation
• it is done when airborne contaminants cannot be removed by
elimination or substitution method
• way to minimize employee exposure to air contaminants by the
removal and replacements of hazardous air with lean air
• three types of ventilation: indoor air quality, dilution, and local
exhaust
Table 21.11 Advantages and Disadvantages of Two Types of Ventilation
Administrative Control
• The most common form of this control is by developing standard
operating procedures on the proper handling of chemicals
• Includes work instructions and guidance for the workers
• Limiting the exposure hours of workers and the number of exposed
can also be done
Emergency Plans
1. Fire and explosion
2. Chemical Spills
• Major
• Minor
3. Medical emergencies
4. Emergency equipment, facilities, and resources
Fire and Explosion
Sources:
1. Fuels
• Liquids: Gasoline, kerosene, toluene, xylene, acetone
• Solids: Paper, plastics, packing materials, solid raw materials
• Gas: Acetylene, carbon monoxide
2. Oxidizers
• Gases: Oxygen, chlorine
• Liquids: Hydrogen peroxide
• Solids: Ammonium nitrate
3. Ignition Sources – sparks, open flames, static electricity, heat from
equipment
North American Emergency Response
Guidebook (NAERG) provides additional fire fighting
response procedures for various flammable or dangerous
chemicals.
This guidebook assists the emergency
responders in developing initial decisions when arriving
at the scene of emergency
Chemical Spills
• During a major chemical spill, it is recommended that workers must
evacuate the workplace immediately and proceed to a safe area before
contacting the emergency response team
• During a minor chemical spill, contact the emergency response team or
the safety officer for proper clean-up and disposal of waste
Medical Emergencies
• Inhalation of chemicals
• Chemicals in the eyes
• Chemicals in the skin
• Ingestion or Injection of chemicals
Emergency equipment facilities and resources
• Exits and egress – provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Fire Code of the Philippines, Division 5
• Fire extinguishers – must conform to the Philippine National
Standards (PNS)
• Emergency lighting – provided in case of power interruptions or
emergencies
• Automatic sprinklers and other suppression systems – these systems
should be inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA
2, standard for inspection
Examples of Fire Extinguishers Available in the Market
TYPE MATERIAL
A Burning wood, paper, plastics, and
fabrics

B Flammable liquids or chemicals

C Electric current

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