Journal of Korean Society of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene (한국산업보건학회지)

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Study on applying to Hazard Classification Criteria of Chemicals subject to Material Safety Data Sheets

물질안전보건자료 대상물질의 유해성 분류기준 적용 연구

  • Lee, Hye Jin (Occupational Safety and Health Research Institute(OSHRI), Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency(KOSHA)) ;
  • Lee, Naroo (Occupational Safety and Health Research Institute(OSHRI), Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency(KOSHA)) ;
  • Lee, In Seop (Occupational Safety and Health Research Institute(OSHRI), Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency(KOSHA))
  • 이혜진 (한국산업안전보건공단 산업안전보건연구원) ;
  • 이나루 (한국산업안전보건공단 산업안전보건연구원) ;
  • 이인섭 (한국산업안전보건공단 산업안전보건연구원)
  • Received : 2020.08.07
  • Accepted : 2020.09.20
  • Published : 2020.09.30
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Abstract

Objectives: Hazard classification is a controversial issue in the new MSDS system in which chemical companies have to prepare and submit MSDS for chemicals that they manufacture or import to the competent authorities according to the amended Occupational Safety and Health Act. The aim of this study is to suggest how to apply and manage harmonized hazard classification criteria and results by investigating current hazard classification systems and trends. Methods: The domestic issues about different hazard classification criteria and results were investigated by reviewing the literature and business outcomes regarding KOSHA. We also checked official and unofficial reports from the UN to understand international discussion about the topic. Chemical hazard classification results from agencies providing chemical information were analyzed to compare a harmonized rate between classifications. Furthermore, a field survey of a few chemical companies was conducted. Results: Under the related competent authorities, an integrated standard proposal was developed to harmonize the domestic hazard classification criteria. Although harmonized chemical information is strongly needed, we recognized the uncertainty and difficulty of harmonized hazard classification from the UN global list project review. In practice the harmonization rate of the classification was generally low between the classification in KOSHA, MoE, and EU CLP. Among hazard classes, health hazards largely led the disharmony. The field survey revealed a change of perception that the main body of chemical information production is manufacturers. Approaches and solutions about hazard classification issues differed depending on business size, types of chemical handling, and other factors. Conclusions: We proposed reasonable ways by time and step to apply hazard classification in the new MSDS system. Chemical manufacturers should make and offer chemical information including responsible hazard classifications. The government should primarily accept these classifications, evaluate them by priority, and support or supervise workplaces in order to communicate reliable chemical information.

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