GHS
Globally Harmonized System of classification and labeling of chemicals
Standardized health and safety information regarding the manufacturing, transport, storage and handling of chemicals
OSHA HCS (Hazard communication statement)
developed in 1983
expanded to include all industries where chemical exposure is involved
Three changes to OSHA HCS
Hazard classification
required label elements
safety data sheet 16 field format
Health Hazard Symbol
carcinogen
mutagenicity
reproductive toxicity
respirator sensitizer
target organ toxicity
aspiration toxicity
Flame Symbol
flammables
pyrophorics
self-heating
emits flammable gas
self-reactives
organic peroxides
Exclamation Mark
skin and eye irritant
skin sensitizer
acute toxicity
narcotic effects
respiratory tract irritant
hazardous to ozone layer
Gas cylinder
gases under pressure
Corrosion
skin corrosion/burns
eye damage
corrosive to metals
exploding bomb
explosives
self-reactive
organic peroxides
flame over circle
oxidizers
skull and crossbones
fatal or acute toxicity
Additional information safety labels
usage directions
manufacturer information
lot numbers
weight-volume
dates of inspections, expiration