The document provides an update on the implementation of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) at the Hanford Site. It outlines the key requirements and deadlines established by OSHA for GHS implementation, and describes the process undertaken at Hanford to meet these requirements through training, hazard labeling, database updates, and revised procedures. An inter-contractor working group was established to coordinate the implementation efforts across Hanford contractors.

1. Update on the Implementation of the
Globally Harmonized System of
Classification and Labeling of Chemicals
(GHS) at the Hanford Site
Raja Atallah*, PhD, Mark Hermanson, and Pete Wells
Mission Support Alliance, Richland, WA
June 2015

2. GHS Introductory Video

3. Introduction
• OSHA Adopts GHS in March 2012
• OSHA Established an Implementation Timeline
• DOE Directed Mission Support Alliance (MSA)
in June 2012 to Take the Lead for Hanford
Implementation
• Hanford Inter-Contractor Work Group
Established , June 2012

4. 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
GHS Implementation Timeline

5. Implementation Process
• Training
• Hazard Container Labeling: Primary and
Secondary
• Document Revisions: Chemical Management and
HAZCOM Procedures
• Modified Data Bases
• Transition and Communication

6. Training Implementation at Hanford
• Worked with EFCOG on Developing Training
• Updated Hanford General Education Training
(HGET), November 2012 (Video)
• Updated HAZCOM Section of the Hazardous
Waste Operations and Emergency Response
(HAZWOPER), Training, November 2012
• Developed Advanced GHS HAZCOM Training
• Updated the HAZCOM section for the Workers
Basic HAZCOM Training

7. Hanford General Employee Training (HGET):
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency
Response (HAZWOPER):
Basic HAZCOM Training
Site-Location Specific Training
Workers Training

8. Advanced GHS Training
• Provide in-depth training to professionals who will
be advising workers or assisting with work
planning
• Provide in-depth training to professionals who will
be preparing and conducting GHS training to
workers.
• Professionals attend the training
• Training duration four hours

9. Advanced GHS Training
Course Outline
• Introduction to GHS
• Overview of the Revised HAZCOM Standard
• Summarize Criteria for Health, Physical and Environmental
Hazard Classifications
• Discuss Elements of the GHS label and Safety Data Sheet
• Present Hanford Implementation of GHS:
(Training, Labeling, Databases, Webpage, Document
Revisions, Chemical Procurement Forms, Job Hazard
Analysis)
• Discuss Changes Made or Anticipated by Other
Organizations or Agencies

10. The Nature of Chemical Hazards
OSHA Defined & Listed
Hazard Classes
• Pyrophoric Gases
• Combustible Dusts
• Simple Asphyxiant
• Hazards Not
Otherwise
Classified

11. Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

12. GHS Poster

13. GHS Poster
Example elements of the Standard
Health Hazards

14. Physical Hazards
GHS Poster
Example elements of the Standard

15. OSHA Defined / Listed Hazards
(Label Elements)

16. Hazard Class / Category Determination Criteria
OSHA - 29 CFR 1910.1200 Appendix A
Example Health Hazard: Acute Toxic (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation)

17. Hazard Class / Category Determination Criteria
United Nations GHS Standard (The Purple Book)
Example Health Hazard: Acute Toxic (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation)

18. Summary of Changes to HAZCOM
Health Hazards

19. Summary of Changes to HAZCOM
Health Hazards

20. Summary of Changes to HAZCOM
Health Hazards

21. The GHS standard defines the label elements that must be
placed on the primary (manufacturer’s) container. However,
the GHS-HCS only established a general guideline for
labeling the secondary (site repackaged) container.
This guideline requires employers to use words, pictures,
symbols, and other information to inform their employees on
the physical and health hazards of the hazardous chemical.
Primary and Secondary GHS Labeling

22. GHS Manufacturer Label
Elements Review
• Product Name/Identifier
• Pictogram(s)
• Signal Word
• Hazard Statements
• Precautionary Statements
• Supplementary Information
• Manufacturer Name and
Emergency Contact

23. Workplace Labeling
Secondary Container Labels
• Product Name/Identifier
• Pictogram
• Signal Word
• Hazard Statements
• Manufacturer Name
• Added Hanford GHS-SDS Number
• Removed Precautionary Statements
• Removed Manufacturer’s Emergency Contacts

24. • OSHA Requirements are Imprecise
• Basic Content
• Hanford Workplace Labeling
• Product & Manufacturer
• Hanford Unique SDS Number
• Color Coding
• Signal Words and Pictograms
• Hazard Statements
• No Precautionary Statements
• No NFPA 704 Hazard Ratings
• The Value of Standardization
• Possible Harsh Environments
• EFCOG Best Practice
Radio Frequency Identification
Workplace Labeling
Secondary Container Labels

25. NFPA-704 Hanford Hazard Container
(HHC) Label
Flammability
Health Instability
(Formerly
Reactivity)
Specific Hazard:
Oxidizer, (OX)
Water Reactive (W)
NFPA-704
Degrees of Hazard 0-4

26. NFPA-704 (HHC) / GHS (HHC) Labels

27. Ammonium Sulfamate
JT Baker
Harmful if
Swallowed
Making
Secondary Container Labels
None None

28. GHS (HHC) Label Variations

29. SDS and Secondary Label

31. The Best Practice on GHS compliant Hazard Label was
awarded the 2015 EFCOG teamwork award for exceptional
performance by a group of individuals who were
instrumental in addressing a key EFCOG issue.
Mark Hermanson - MSA
Jeff Hieb - ATL
Mikhail Alnajjar - PNNL
Bruce Dickey - MSA
Raja Atallah - MSA
EFCOG Teamwork Award

32. Proposed
Dates
Role Completed By
October 2014 Identify products that require
secondary labels
(Facilities/CMSs)
January 2015 Worker training on new labels FEHIC Trainers
June 2015 Obtain SDSs for these products Facilities
June 2015 Review GHS-SDSs and provide
labeling information
(IHs/HAZCOM-
SME)
October 2015 Prepare labels at sign shop (Facilities/CMSs)
January 2016 Replace labels (Facilities/CMSs)
Hanford Implementation Plan - Labels

33. SDS-MSDS and CITS Databases
Chemical Inventory Tracking System
• Used by all Hanford Contractors for Inventory Tracking/Reporting
• Product by Manufacturer
• Identifies Constituents
• NFPA Hazard Ratings
• GHS Hazard Class, Category, and Statements
Safety Data Sheet – Material Safety Data Sheet
• Used by all Hanford Contractors for Basic Haz Com
• All Current and Past SDS-MSDS Documents
• Assigns a Hanford Unique SDS-MSDS Document Number
• Distinguishes Between SDS and MSDS Formats
• Product Name, Synonyms, Manufacturer, and Catalogue ID
• SDS-MSDS Date
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34. SDS – MSDS Database

35. Labeling MSDS and SDS Documents

36. CITS Database
GHS Hazard Information Report

37. Required Changes to Procedures,
Forms, Databases
HCS 1992 HCS –GHS 2012
MSDS SDS
Flammable Liquids New criteria for flash points and
boiling points
Combustible liquid Removed
Health Hazard Definitions (e.g.
Sensitizer, Irritant , highly toxic)
Changed
Physical Hazard Definitions
(e.g. Gases, )
Changed
Chemical Definition Changed to Substance

38. Examples of Procedures,
Forms, and Databases
Document Examples
Procedures/Required
Documentation/Plans/Guides
• Hazard Communication
• Chemical Management
• Occupational Carcinogen
• Chemical Hygiene Plans
• Hazard Analysis Documents
Databases • CITS
• SDS/MSDS
Forms • MSA-CPS
• MSA-CIW

39. Hanford’s GHS Web Page

40. Implementation Plan
Planned Action Implementation Process
(Requirement)
Implementation Date and Status
Establishing Hanford
GHS Working Group
Hanford contractors meet to coordinate actions and
share ideas on the how to implement the revised
standard. Members are made of training managers,
HAZCOM subject matter experts, chemical
management program personnel, industrial hygienists,
CITS and SDS administrator. (Best Practice) DOE
Letter of Direction to MSA, G. H. Branch/RL J. F. to
Armijo/MSA Correspondence #1204857 A dated
11/05/2012.
Group meetings started in April 2012 and keep
meeting per need at HAMMER Facility. See
the GHS Web Page for meeting schedule, dates
and minutes.
HAZCOM section part
of Hanford General
Employee Training
(HGET)
Training material was revised by training managers
and HAZCOM subject matter experts. The revised
material included a GHS video and new slide on the
new GHS elements. This training meets the OSHA
requirements of providing workers initial GHS-
HAZCOM training on the GHS elements by December
2013. (29CFR1910.1200 (j)(1) Effective Dates)
HGET is required annually for all Hanford
employees. The new GHS HAZCOM part of
HGET training was began November 2012 and
completed by all Hanford employees by the
OSHA deadline of December 2013. Training
for new workers requires watching the five
minutes GHS HAMMER video. Video is
optional when retaking the training.
GHS Web Page Establish a web page to Announce available training
and other activities; provide links to tools, resources,
and related information; identify points of contact; and
highlight communications.
GHS Web Page established May 2012 and is
updated regularly.

41. Transition Communication

42. Comments / Questions