Full Description
This practice-oriented guide covers the handling and use of hazardous chemicals at the workplace, including labelling and storage, transportation, occupational safety and proper registration with the European authorities. Current European Union legislation and directives are cited throughout the text, making this a valuable reference for companies and institutions both inside and outside of the EU common market.
Contents
BASIC CONSIDERATIONS
The legal system of the European Union
Terms and Definitions
SHORT INTRODUCTION TO TOXICOLOGY
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING
Hazardous properties
Classification of substances
Classification of preparations
Labelling of products
INTRODUCTION OF NEW PRODUCTS
Classification and labelling
Safety material data sheet
Market restrictions
Information duties
REGISTRATION OF NEW SUBSTANCES
Complete vs. restricted registration
Registration of polymers
Repeated registration
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
Occupational safety regulations
Limit values at the workplace
Personal protective equipment
Exposure measurement
Storage of chemicals
TRANSPORTATION OF HAZARDOUS GOODS
ADR, IMDG, IATA regulations
GHS global regulations
REACH -
REGISTRATION, EVALUATION AND AUTHORIZATION
