Implement GHS: labelling, packaging and SDS elements
The implementation of rules for safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals through the adoption of GHS elements on labelling, packaging and safety data sheets is done through three activities:
- Data collection: Collection of data by industry
- Data evaluation: Comparison of data against relevant GHS criteria
- Decision making: Appropriate labelling, packaging and safety data sheets for the product.
As you have decided that your country has limited resources to implement an occupational safety and health management scheme, the option proposed is to implement only the GHS acute toxicity and local effects classifications, plus the relevant labels.
For further information on the collection of data from industry, please see the Information/data element of the Industrial Chemicals Management Scheme. Information on GHS criteria and appropriate labelling is of particular relevance to this element and further information on the GHS can be found in the Classification and Labelling System Scheme. Follow the links on the left-hand side of the page; to return to this page use the navigation bar at the top of the page.