Hazard Communication is progressing to keep workers safer in the future by adopting the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). This is a multi-country effort to have uniform regulations regarding Hazard Communication. This will reduce the time needed when shipping hazardous chemicals from one country, for use in another country.
Hazard Communication is progressing to keep workers safer in the future by adopting the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). This is a multi-country effort to have uniform regulations regarding Hazard Communication. This will reduce the time needed when shipping hazardous chemicals from one country, for use in another country.
The prior standard required each container of hazardous chemicals to undergo a transition process from the originating country’s safety standards to the receiving countries safety standards. This could be a lengthy process depending on how much volume the border was working on at the time. GHS adopts a set series of labels that have a uniform color, size and border to allow workers to quickly recognize the hazards of that chemical.
The labels are not the only thing that has been updated on the Globally Harmonized Standard. Material Safety Data Sheets have also seen a few revisions. Now called Safety Data Sheets, the content has not changed, but the order the content is to be presented has been established. Prior to the revision the chemical manufacturer was required to include certain information, but could list the order however they wished. GHS ensures the order is the same, so workers can quickly reference the needed information.
The Globally Harmonized Standard is focused on unifying countries on safety standards concerning hazard communication. The goal is to increase safety by making things easier and more efficient for the employees. Many of the changes may seem small, but make a big impact on the employees that work with the hazardous materials on a daily basis. GHS is also set to be updated on a regular basis moving forward to continue to raise the bar on safety. A Certified Industrial Hygienist can work with your company to ensure you are up to date with the latest revisions and policy updates.
Click hereto contact a Certified Industrial Hygienist to work with your company on Hazard Communication. HazCom is focused on providing information to the employees so they understand the dangers they are working with and operate in a safer manner. Improving the safety at your facility is a great way to increase productivity and efficiency. Accidents or injuries can lead to costly worker compensation, disruption in production, and increase scrutiny from OSHA. Too many accidents could lead to a thorough investigation from OSHA and costly fines for any violations discovered. Take the first step today to improve the working conditions at your facility.
Occupational Health Overcomes Everyday Hazards
Many workers face different types of hazards on a daily basis. Each company has a responsibility to proactively protect their employees from hazards encountered in the workplace. Accidents or injuries can bring production to a halt, reduce the workforce while the employee is recovering and lead to costly worker compensation claims. A Certified Industrial Hygienist can help your company improve the Occupational Health present at your facility.
The Risk from Asbestos
Asbestos poses a major health risk in many office buildings and homes due to the wide adoption and usage of asbestos as an insulator in the construction process. Asbestos can be found in the glue beneath vinyl flooring or in material applied to concrete to regulate the temperature between floors in an office building. These buildings and homes are being remodeled and modernized as an update to the space, but the demolition process can be hazardous if asbestos is present. Test for asbestos prior to starting your next remodeling project to ensure workers are safe.
Communicating the Dangers with HazCom
Hazard Communication focuses on explaining the dangers present at the workplace. The employees have a right to understand the hazards present and how to remain safe on the jobsite. A Certified Industrial Hygienist can work with your company to fulfill the HazCom requirement set forth by OSHA.
