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June 27, 2017

OSHA - No Update to Hazard Communication Standard Planned

In advance of the 33rd session of the United Nations Sub-Committee of Experts on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (scheduled for July 10-12 in Geneva, Switzerland), OSHA has no plans to update Hazco…
May 23, 2017

Health Canada Announces One Year Delay for WHMIS 2015 Implementation

This delay will be used to develop an amendment to the HPR in order to protect the confidentiality of hazardous ingredient concentrations in chemical products without having to go through the HMIRA claim for exemption process.
April 11, 2017

Are NFPA and/or HMIS Ratings still allowed on OSHA SDS and Labels?

For many manufacturers, the HMIS and NFPA ratings are still baked into hazard communication, OSHA clarifies how to address this in the new SDS and labels
February 26, 2017

Small Package Labels - Does OSHA allow reduced requirements?

Ever since the revised Hazard Communication Standard was fully implemented, chemical manufacturers have had questions on how to place all label elements on small containers. How does OSHA respond?
January 4, 2017

Maine Department of Labor GHS Training Resources

The State of Maine Department of Labor (DOL) provides a GHS Training Video and other resources that can be used for worker hazard communication training. The video provides a great overview of the GHS standard and explains what has changed …
December 21, 2016

Using A Percent Range on an SDS? OSHA Answers

When does OSHA allow the use of percent ranges in the SDS? How is this related to Trade Secrets? Let's review the FAQ by OSHA.
October 24, 2016

OSHA Begins Campaign for Safety & Health Programs

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration released a set of Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs to help employers establish a methodical approach to improving safety and health in their workplaces. The recommenda…
September 7, 2016

PHMSA to align US Hazmat Rules to International Standards

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is seeking comment on proposed revisions to the US Hazmat Regulations.
August 23, 2016

ECHA Issues a Guide for Users of Chemicals in the Workplace

The EU Chemical Agency has recently issued a guide for chemical users on the practical use of the CLP requirements.
July 12, 2016

Health Canada Issues WHMIS 2015 Guidance

Health Canada intends to release the Technical Guidance in two phases in advance of the June 2017 milestone for transition for manufacturers and importers to comply with WHMIS 2015 requirements.