OSHA Update on Chemical Labelling Rules in the US
OSHA first promulgated the HCS in 1983 to standardise communication of workplace hazards associated with exposure to hazardous chemicals. The HCS requires chemical manufacturers and importers at the top of the supply chain to determine hazards for their products using available information and to provide that hazard information on labels and safety data sheets (SDSs) […]
The 6 Elements of a GHS Label
Globally Harmonized System requirements are prevalent across various industries to meet global regulatory labelling and tracking challenges. Although it is common, many people still get a little confused about what GHS is exactly. GHS allows companies across the globe to have one common, coherent framework for classifying and communicating information related to chemicals. The 6 […]
GHS and Chemical Labelling
Not so long ago, working with hazardous chemicals was especially dangerous because, often times, employees didn’t know exactly what they were dealing with. For example, the container may have come from a company in another country. Even if they did label it, the message may have provided little in the way of helpful information. Workers […]
Know Your GHS Label Basics
Products can have all sorts of customized labels, but when it comes to chemical labels, the rules and regulations are clearly defined and must be followed with careful compliance. GHS labels are used for chemical labels when hazardous or dangerous compounds are present. GHS stands for Global Harmonized System of Clarification and Labeling of Chemicals. […]
Understanding the GHS
Labelservice doesn’t just print labels – we keep up to date on rules and regulations regarding the labelling of products. From food products to chemical products, we help our customers stay on the right side of these regulations. The UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) is a good example of […]
ECHA, CLP, GHS, REACH – What they Mean
We all hear these letters, but do we know exactly what they mean? We may have some idea, so here’s a recap. GHS – Globally Harmonized System of classification and labelling chemicals The current system, CHIP (Chemical Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Law, set by the Dangerous Substances Directive (DSD) and the Dangerous Preparations […]
