Application of Globally Harmonized System For Classification and Labeling of Chemicals In Giad Industrial City
Application of Globally Harmonized System For Classification and Labeling of Chemicals In Giad Industrial City
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Date
2015-04-30
Authors
Abdalrahem, Abubakr Abdalla Basheer
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University of Khartoum
Abstract
The Objectives of the research is to study the possible application of
international recommendations made by the (GHS) to classify the
chemicals in Giad Industrial City, in addition to design an appropriate
easy understandable labels, prepare complete materials safety data sheets
(MSDSs), as well as providing data for those selected substances to start
a pilot safety system serving as a nucleus for the preparation of a
complete safety system in Giad Industrial City.
The methodology followed by the study starts by identifying those
chemicals normally utilized in Giad factories, review their available
(MSDS) and selecting those which serve as reference materials for the
study. The procedure include the extraction of classification
requirements as stipulated in the (GHS) , collecting data on the selected
materials from a qualified and relevant sources and then applying the
(GHS) classification criteria for each material .
The results of the classification revealed the existence of different
hazard levels including one carcinogenic , six toxic , eight skin
corrosive and an eye damage materials, one flammable liquid, five
respiratory sensitizer materials, two acute hazards to the aquatic
environment, four gases under pressure, two flammable gases, and five
non hazardous materials.
The study recommended the establishment of an emergency and poison
centre in Giad Industrial City, establishment of a first aid unit in each
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factory in addition to the application of the labeling and (MSDSs) and its
translation to Arabic language. Safety training courses for the concerned
staff are also recommended. It is of atmost importance to acquire
relevant standard documents and articles as recommended by United
Nations namely (UN Manual of tests and criteria) witch represents the
main reference for (GHS) classification, and the software (Chemges)
which provides important information on chemical safety.
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119 Pages
Keywords
Application,Harmonized System,Classification, Labeling,Chemicals;companies;Key Guiding; Principles;Flammable Gases;Oxidizing Gases;Oxidizing Liquids;Substances Corrosive