Identification of hazards of chemicals

This module is an introduction to the safe use of hazardous substances. It aims to provide information to understand how chemicals are classified based on their intrinsic physical, health and environmental hazards (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals - GHS). This information allows the reader to understand the potential risk for people, environment and equipment from chemicals.

This module includes
  • 2 Presentations
Key message
  • Chemicals Definition
  • Hazard Definition
  • The GHS system and its symbols: Classification and labeling system
  • Safety Data Sheets
Study Materials
  • Introduction to hazardous substances
  • UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)
  • GHS Classification
  • Hazard Communication: GHS Labelling
  • Examples
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1.1_Hazard Identification_Chem class and lab 1.2_Hazard Identification_Glossary

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