The Globally Harmonized System For The Classification And Labelling (the Ghs) - Implementation Of The Ghs In Canada

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Introduction

In order to implement the GHS, existing classification and labelling systems such as the CCCR 2001, will need to be revised to incorporate the classification criteria and labelling elements of the GHS.

The following tables compares the classification criteria and labelling elements of the GHS with those identified health and physical hazard endpoints of the CCCR, 2001. Where possible, criteria were aligned where they were based on the same quantitative measure. This allowed for a visual comparison to be made. A more detailed analysis follows each table to elaborate on the specific similarities or differences between each system and what would be needed to be changed in order to implement the GHS.

A key issue to be dealt with during the implementation of the GHS in Canada may be how the CCCR, 2001 will implement GHS endpoints for chronic hazards which are currently not regulated.