Developing GHS implementation framework (overall and by sector)

Prepare a document that details the steps needed for GHS implementation. This document, or "National GHS Implementation Strategy" may be seen as a “road map” for GHS implementation by a set target date.

 

This can involve identifying: objectives; tasks; timeframe; budget; and responsibilities.

  • Objectives:
    • Identify the necessary actions to close the gap between the existing situation and what is needed to implement the GHS.
    • Considering the gaps identified in the national infrastructure and the Sector Specific Implementation Plans, determine what activities are needed to achieve the GHS implementation goals. Countries may decide to prioritize GHS implementation for a particular sector or sectors, depending on the needs of the country.
  • Tasks:
    • Detail each concrete step needed to achieve each objective.
  • Timeframe:
    • Estimate a timeframe for completion of each task in order to establish concrete, time-limited goals for completion of each objective or task.
    • Concerning the overall timing of implementation, a number of approaches can be considered. For example: whether to implement GHS requirements for both substances and mixtures together, or whether to implement GHS requirements for substances first followed by mixtures; and whether to first require manufacturers to comply with the GHS requirements, followed by distributors and then by employers.
    • How major trading partners, or other countries/regions have implemented the GHS may be helpful resources.
  • Budget:
    • ?Estimate the budget that is required for each objective or task.
    • The budget should be broken down to include estimated amounts dedicated to human resources, facilities, equipment, travel, human resources, etc. Budgeting is also important to demonstrate to donors and other parties involved what resources are currently available and what resources are still needed in order to complete a particular project activity. Therefore, it can serve as an important means of communicating expected project resource constraints for fundraising and resource mobilization.
  • Responsibilities:
    • Identify who will be responsible for each objective or tasks.

The document, or "National GHS Implementation Strategy", should be prepared taking into account all necessary elements for implementation. Some important general information that should be included are, inter alia:

  • the target date for full GHS implementation, given international and national factors (including provision for transition periods, as appropriate)
  • an organogram of the National GHS Implementation Committee and relevant subcommittees;
  • priority implementation issues;
  • means for implementation (e.g., phase in periods, starting with pilot projects, etc.);
  • activities needed to ensure GHS implementation by the target date;
  • necessity of and means for acquiring resources necessary to carry out activities;
  • possible synergies with other international agreements (e.g., Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, ILO Convention 170, etc.);
  • description of cross-sectoral issues; and
  • role of stakeholders in raising awareness and training.

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