Just a GHS presentation I used in 015. I will revise it again in 2016

1. GHS Hazard
Communication
johnanewquist@gmail.com
Draft 1 8 2016

2. September 2014

3. March 2015
z Used Brake cleaner at auto shop w pit.
z Putting it in a spray bottle and it flashed from
the 55 gallon drum.

4. August 2014
z 67-year-old woman was eating
at Dickey's Barbecue Pit on
Sunday when she poured
herself a glass of tea from the
beverage bar.
z Winkler says the woman took
a sip and her mouth started
burning.
z She was taken to University
Hospital with severe burns in
her mouth and throat.
z Investigators determined the
chemical was 67 percent
sodium hydroxide, also known
as lye.

5. September
2014
z Portage WI
z Workers cleaning a
chemical spill had not
been trained in proper
cleanup procedures or
provided proper
personal protective
equipment
z Spill of approximately
100 gallons of the
chemical
diphenylmethane
diisocyanate
z $49,000

6. August 2013
z East TN
z Trying to clean
dishwasher
z Mixed Delimer and
Bleach
This product contains citric and hydrochloric acid. Do not use or mix with other
cleaning products, particularly those containing hypochlorites (bleach). To do so
may release hazardous gases. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Do not
breathe product vapors or mist.

7. May 2014
z Elkhart Lake, WI
z 55-year-old worker was found
unresponsive in a bathroom on
May 6 and later died.
z OSHA said the company failed
to train the 38-year employee
on the hazards of working with
chemicals in the workplace. He
was working with resin
containing isocyanates on a
sand molding line.
Typical resin containing
isocyanates on a sand
molding line.

8. Sample Resin SDS

9. Have you started using any GHS
elements in your Hazard
Communication training?
A •Yes
B •No
C •Don’t know what GHS is

10. Overview
Purpose
Definitions
GHS Changes
Pictograms

11. OSHA 1910.1200 Standard
Several states enacted their own “Right to
Know” law
Chemical manufacturers wanted one
uniform law vs. various state laws
1910.1200 Ordered by Congress -1985
Global Harmonization Standard (GHS)
added in 2012

12. The Problem
z 4,609 fatal work injuries were recorded in
the United States in 2011,
z 4,690 fatal work injuries in 2010
z And work-related illnesses cause about
49,000 deaths each year, according to the
CDC.
z You have a right to know the hazards of
chemicals in the workplace.

13. 1906 - The Jungle
“...he worked in a place where his feet
were soaked in chemicals, and it was not
long before they had eaten through his
new boots. Sores began to break out on
his feet...the sores would not heal - in the
end his toes would drop off.”
Upton Sinclair

14. Radium Dial 1920s
z Up to 1000 young women
were hired to paint glow-in-
the-dark watch dials at the
Radium Dial Co. in Ottawa IL
z Women were encouraged to
make a fine point on their
brushes by rolling the tips on
their tongues before dipping
them in the radium-laced paint Argonne found radium in
exhumed bodies 1000 times
the safe level.

15. Asbestos
z 1918 A Prudential Insurance Company
official notes that life insurance companies
will not cover asbestos workers, because
of the "health-injurious conditions of the
industry."
z In 1933, Metropolitan Life Insurance Co.
doctors found that 29% of workers in a
Johns-Manville plant had asbestosis.

16. History of Standards
z Consensus Standards
z ACGIH 1946 MAC’s
z Bureau of Mines 1954
z OSHA 1970

17. Kepone – James River - 1975
z Allied Signal dumped the
pesticide Kepone from 1966-
1973
z 70 Workers had high levels of
Kepone in blood.
z Wives, children, and pets had
elevated levels.
z $5.25 Million settlement
In 1975 Governor Mills Godwin Jr. shut
down the James River to fishing for 100
miles, from Richmond to the Chesapeake
Bay.
This ban remained in effect for 13 years, until
efforts to clean up the river began to get
results

18. Love Canal - 1978
z 20,000 tons of 240
different chemicals stored
at the dump in NY
z Birth defects,
miscarriages, and cancer
were reported
z 900 families relocated

19. Times Beach 1982
z Road was sprayed with waste
oil for dust control from 1972-
1976.
z Oil was found later to contain
very high dioxin levels in 1982.
z All 2000 residents relocated by
1985
z Triggered by horses deaths at
an arena

20. Film Recovery - 1983
z Worker died February 10, 1983 while cleaning
out tank containing sodium cyanide
z Three managers prosecuted by Cook County
States Attorney
z Two received 18 month sentences of
manslaughter.

21. Chicago Magnet Wire -
1983
z Several workers reported being sick from vapors
from wire coating extrusion process
z OSHA overexposure to Phenol and Xylene
z 1989 IL Supreme Court allows five executives to
stand trial for aggravated battery for job-related
injuries to their employees
z 1991 the five were acquitted

22. IL Right to Know - 1984
z Each company was to send a copy of all
MSDS’s to Springfield
z MSDS’s to be furnish to any IL worker
upon request

23. OSHA 1910.1200 Standard
- 1985
z Ordered by Congress
z Several states enacted their own “Right to
Know” law
z Chemical manufacturers wanted one
uniform law vs. various state laws.

24. Purpose
To ensure that the hazards of all chemicals
produced or imported are evaluated, and that
information concerning their hazards are
transmitted to employers and employees.
Accomplished with:
- container labeling
- material safety data sheets
- employee training

25. Outline of Standard
(a) Purpose
(b) Scope
(c) Definitions
(d) Hazard Classification
(e) Written Hazard Communication Program
(f) Labels and Other Forms of Warning
(g) Safety Data Sheets
(h) Employee Information and Training
(i) Trade Secrets
(j) Effective Dates
(k) Other Standards Affected
(l) Appendices

26. Definitions
Terms no longer being defined due to changes
in terminology:
Hazard warning; identity; and material safety data
sheet (MSDS)
Terms revised to be consistent with the GHS:
Chemical; chemical name; hazardous chemical; health
hazard; label; mixture; physical hazard; and trade
secret

27. Definitions
The following terms are being added to the
definitions section:
Classification; hazard category; hazard class; hazard not
otherwise classified; hazard statement; label
elements; pictogram; precautionary statement;
product identifier; pyrophoric gas; safety data sheet
(SDS); signal word; simple asphyxiant; and substance

28. Definitions
“Chemical”
OSHA previously used “chemical” to indicate both
substances and mixtures
OSHA has decided to continue using “chemical” in the final
rule as meaning those situations where both substances
and mixtures are being addressed
“Hazardous chemical” means any chemical which is
classified as a physical hazard or a health hazard, a
simple asphyxiant, combustible dust, pyrophoric gas, or
hazard not otherwise classified

29. Definitions
“Hazards Not Otherwise Classified”
Classified identifies a hazard, but the evidence does not
meet the currently specified criteria covered by Haz Com
2012
Example: Static Accumulator, Magnetic, etc.
Information will be required on the safety data sheets in
Section 2
Hazard information on the label, is not mandatory, but can
be provided under supplementary information
Such hazards must also be addressed in worker training

30. Definitions
“Precautionary statement” means a
phrase that describes recommended
measures that should be taken to
minimize or prevent adverse effects
resulting from exposure to a hazardous
chemical, or improper storage or
handling.
For example: Wear face protection [for
Explosives, Division 1.1]

31. (d) Hazard Classification
 Each type of hazard covered is considered a “hazard
class”—such as acute toxicity, carcinogenicity
 However, most of these hazard classes are also sub-
divided into “hazard categories” to reflect the degree of
severity of the effect
 This is the concept of “classification”—rather than just
determining that there is a hazardous effect
(carcinogenicity), there is also a finding of how severe
that effect might be (Category 1 or 2)

32. (d) Hazard Classification
Classification Provisions
Chemical manufacturers and importers must
classify each chemical they produce or import:
Determine the appropriate hazard classes and associated
hazard categories
Base this on an evaluation of the full range of available
data/evidence on the chemical (no testing is required)
Use Appendix A for health hazard criteria and Appendix B
for physical hazard criteria
The introduction to Appendix A provides the general
approach to classification, including bridging principles

33. Health Hazards Classifications
Hazard Class Hazard Category
Acute Toxicity 1 2 3 4
Skin Corrosion/Irritation 1A 1B 1C 2
Serious Eye Damage/ Eye
Irritation
1 2A 2B
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization 1
Germ Cell Mutagenicity 1A 1B 2
Carcinogenicity 1A 1B 2
Reproductive Toxicity 1A 1B 2 Lactation
STOT –
Single Exposure 1 2 3
STOT –
Repeated Exposure 1 2
Aspiration 1
Simple Asphyxiants Single Category

34. Physical Hazards
Hazard Class Hazard Category
Explosives Unstable
Explosives
Div 1.1 Div 1.2 Div 1.3 Div 1.4 Div 1.5 Div 1.6
Flammable Gases 1 2
Flammable Aerosols 1 2
Oxidizing Gases 1
Gases under Pressure
Compressed Gases
Liquefied Gases
Refrigerated Liquefied Gases
Dissolved Gases
1
Flammable Liquids 1 2 3 4
Self-Reactive Chemicals Type A Type B Type C Type D Type E Type F Type G
Pyrophoric Liquids 1
Pyrophoric Solid 1
Pyrophoric Gases Single
category
Self-heating Chemicals 1 2
Chemicals, which in
contact with water, emit
flammable gases
1 2 3
Oxidizing Liquids 1 2 3
Oxidizing Solids 1 2 3
Organic Peroxides Type A Type B Type C Type D Type E Type F Type G
Corrosive to Metals 1
Combustible Dusts Single
Category

35. (e) Program Requirements
Written program
List of all hazardous chemicals
Addresses non-routine tasks
Discusses other contractors
responsibilities
Available upon request to any employee
or contractor

36. (e) Written Program
Describes how the
standard will be
implemented in that
facility
Contains a list of all
chemicals

37. (f) Labels
Required Elements
Product identifier
Signal words
Hazard statements
Pictograms
Precautionary statements
Name, address, and telephone number of the chemical
manufacturer, importer, or other responsible party
A new Appendix C, Allocation of Label Elements, has been
provided to indicate the label requirements by hazard
class and category
Labels are to be updated within 6 months of getting new
and significant information about the hazards, or ways
to protect those exposed

38. (f) Labels
 OSHA is maintaining the current approach to allowing
alternatives to labels on each stationary process
container
 The exception for portable containers under the control
of the person who filled them with the chemical remains
the same.
 Labels on incoming containers are not to be removed or
defaced unless immediately replaced by another label
 Workplace labels are to be prominently displayed and in
English, although other languages are permitted as well

39. Pictograms

40. (f) Labels Sample

42. (f) Labels Example

43. HS85
Warning
Batch number: 85L6543
Harmful if swallowed. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Dispose of
contents/container in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations.
First aid: If swallowed: Call a doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
GHS Example Company, 123 Global Circle, Anyville, NY 130XX
Emergency Telephone (888) 888-8888
(f) Labels Sample HS85 Label

44. (f) Labels

45. (f) Labels
Employers are responsible for maintaining the labels on the
containers, including, but not limited to, tanks, totes,
drums, and for training their employees on the hazards
listed on the labels in the workplace.
Labels must continue to be:
legible
contain the pertinent information (such as the
hazards and directions for use)
not able to be defaced, (i.e., fade, get washed off,) or
removed in any way as stated in revised Hazard
Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(9)

46. Nov 2015

47. (g) Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
 The GHS uses a specified order of information, as well
as title descriptions, on the 16-section safety data sheet.
 Health, physical and environmental hazard criteria for
substances and for classification of mixtures.
 Consistent with voluntary industry consensus standards,
such as ANSI.
 Should improve comprehensibility and issues regarding
accuracy of information.

48. (g) Safety Data Sheet Format
1. Identification of the
substance or mixture and
of the supplier
2. Hazards identification
3. Composition/information
on ingredients
4. First-aid measures
5. Fire-fighting measures
6. Accidental release
measures
7. Handling and storage
8. Exposure
controls/personal
protection
9. Physical and chemical
properties
10. Stability and reactivity
11. Toxicological information
12. Ecological information
(non-mandatory)
13. Disposal considerations
(non-mandatory)
14. Transport information
(non-mandatory)
15. Regulatory information
(non-mandatory)
16. Other information, including
date of preparation or last
revision

49. Methylene Chloride
Section 3 (example)
Health Hazards Acute & Chronic:
Inhalation: Methylene chloride depresses the central nervous
system.
Skin: prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation, defatting
of skin & dermatitis.
Eyes: vapors may irritate eyes.
Signs & Symptoms of Overexposure: inhalation: nausea,
headache, vomiting, numbness and tingling in arms and legs and
rapid heartbeat, loss of consciousness and death have
occured.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: alcoholism,
acute and chronic liver, chronic lung disease, anemia, coronary
disease or rhythm disorders of the heart.
Carcinogenicity Explanation: methylene chloride is listed on the iarc
& ntp carcinogen list

50. January 2015
On Nov. 15, 2011, Roberto
Ramirez Magdariaga and
another employee were
exposed to methylene chloride
while working at Vista Paint’s
Fullerton plant, prosecutors
said.
Magdariaga later died, while
the other employee survived
with serious injuries.
$1,000,000 settlement

51. Malathion
Section 4 (example)
Just one excerpt of Section 4
Advice to physician:
Atropine must be administrated as early as possible and could save
lives, if given in time and in an adequate dosage. Patients with
organophosphate poisoning require amounts of atropine far in
excess of doses usually employed in medical practice.
The therapeutic objective is to achieve atropinization, as evidenced
by dilation of the pupils, drying secretion, pulse rate of over
120/min, and flushing skin. To prevent gastrointestinal absorption
in unconscious who have swallowed this product, perform stomach
lavage using bicarbonate solution and activated charcoal.

52. Sodium Hypochlorite
(Section 8 example)
Personal protective equipment
Eye protection:
Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the
workstation location. Chemical resistant goggles must be worn.
Skin and body protection: Boots. Full protective suit Wear
protective gloves.
Respiratory protection : Sudden release of chlorine hazard. If air
concentrations above the PEL are possible, wear a NIOSH approved
respirator.
Suitable material - Boots. Gloves Protective suit
• Neoprene, • butyl-rubber, • PVC, • Viton ®, • Saranex®,

53. (g) Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
SDS in the workplace for each hazardous
chemical which is used
OSHA requires these forms for each hazardous
chemicals
Readily accessible during each work shift to
employees when they are in their work area(s)

54. (g) Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Identifies chemicals by name
Tells potential harm and how chemicals
will enter the body (Inhalation, ingestion,
and/or skin absorption)
Explains signs and symptoms of
exposures
Explains emergency procedures

55. (h) Employee Training
Although this paragraph remains essentially the
same, updates include
Training to include label elements and new safety
data sheet format - by December 1, 2013

56. (h) Employee Training
Trained initially and
when new chemical
introduced
OSHA standard
covered
Operations in their
work area where
chemical is used
Pictograms
Location of program,
list of chemical, and
SDS
Detection of chemical
Hazards of chemical
Protection measures
Emergency
procedures
Labeling system used

57. Pictograms Quiz
________
Self Reactives
Organic
Peroxides
________
________
Pyrophorics
Self-Heating
Emits Flammable
Gas
________
(severe)
________ ________
________
Mutagenicity
Reproductive Toxicity
Respiratory ________
Target Organ Toxicity
Aspiration Toxicity
________ Toxicity
Irritant
Skin ________
Acute ________(Harmful)
Narcotic Effects
Respiratory Tract
Irritation
Hazardous to ________
Layer

58. Temporary Employees
 The temporary agency
employer would provide
generic hazard training and
information concerning
categories of chemicals
employees may potentially
encounter
 Host employers would then be
responsible for providing site-
specific hazard training
pursuant to sections
1910.1200(h)(1)

59. Compliance Issues
Can employees retrieve information
stored on a computer?
How do employees speaking other
language understand labels in English?
Who puts labels on portable containers?

60. More Issues
How is the outside contractor informed of
chemicals in the area?
What do you do if the label falls off an old
container?
How is chemical piping labeled?
What chemicals do I have that may
contain cancer causing chemicals?

61. Appendices
 Appendix A, Health Hazard Criteria (Mandatory) (NEW)
 Appendix B, Physical Hazard Criteria (Mandatory) (NEW)
 Appendix C, Allocation of Label Elements (Mandatory)
(NEW)
 Appendix D, Safety Data Sheets (Mandatory) (NEW)
 Appendix E, Definition of “Trade Secret” (Mandatory)
 Appendix F, Guidance for Hazard Classifications re:
Carcinogenicity (Non-Mandatory) (NEW)

62. Revision of 29 CFR 1910.106
Flammable Liquids
GHS Flammable and Combustible Liquids Standard
(29 CFR 1910.106)
Category Flashpoint ºC (°F) Boiling
Point
ºC (°F)
Class Flashpoint ºC (°F) Boiling Point
ºC (°F)
Flammable 1 < 23 (73.4) ≤ 35 (95) Flammable Class IA < 22.8 (73) < 37.8 (100)
Flammable 2 < 23 (73.4) > 35 (95) Flammable Class IB < 22.8 (73) ≥ 37.8 (100)
Flammable 3 ≥ 23 (73.4) and ≤
60 (140)
Flammable Class IC
Combustible Class II
≥ 22.8 (73) and < 37.8
(100)
≥ 37.8 (100) and < 60
(140)
Flammable 4 > 60 (140) and ≤93
(199.4)
Combustible Class IIIA ≥ 60 (140) and <93.3
(200)
None Combustible Class IIIB ≥ 93.3 (200)
** Not covered by §1910.1200 or §1910.106 however interpretation letter indicates these are covered by §1910.107

63. (j) Effective Dates
Effective Completion Date
Requirement's) Who
December 1, 2013 Train employees on the new label
elements and safety data sheet (SDS)
format.
Employers
June 1, 2015*
December 1, 2015
Compliance with all modified
provisions of this final rule, except:
The Distributor shall not ship
containers labeled by the chemical
manufacturer or importer unless it is a
GHS label
Chemical manufacturers, importers,
distributors and employers
June 1, 2016 Update alternative workplace labeling
and hazard communication program
as necessary, and provide additional
employee training for newly identified
physical or health hazards.
Employers
Transition Period to the effective
completion dates noted above
May comply with either 29 CFR
1910.1200 (the final standard), or the
current standard, or both
Chemical manufacturers, importers,
distributors, and employers

64. Quiz
1) The Pictogram in the upper right is for _____.
2) Training in the hazards of the chemical is initially and
when __________________.
3) _______ use containers would not require a label.
4) Name at least two things an employee would have to
be trained on for flammable paint:
________________ ___________________
5) SDS’s must be accessible to employees during their
_____________________________.
6) Name two chemicals that would be in the list of
hazardous chemicals? ___________
______________

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