Search

PHMSA and OSHA Prep for UN Experts Meetings

Posted on 6/11/2019 by Roger Marks

On Thursday, June 20, US DOT and OSHA will both hold public meetings in preparation for United Nations meetings in Geneva, Switzerland, where the agencies represent US interests on the subjects of chemical safety and hazardous materials transportation.

UN Sub-Committee of Experts on GHS

OSHA is preparing for the 37th session of the UN Sub-Committee of Experts on the Globally Harmonized System of Classifying and Labeling Chemicals, or GHS. During the meeting, to be held on June 20 from 1—4 PM ET at DOT headquarters in Washington DC, OSHA will collect stakeholder feedback to inform the US government positions at the UN.

OSHA adopted elements from the 3rd edition of the GHS into its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) in 2012, in order to harmonize US chemical labeling and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) with international standards. Most recently, the UN completed work on the seventh edition of the GHS.

OSHA is working on a long-term rulemaking project to bring its HCS up to date with the latest GHS requirements, and expects to propose a rule before the end of the year.

Need to train employees to recognize and use new GHS hazard labels and safety data sheets? The Hazard Communication Online Course is updated to cover the latest OSHA requirements for protecting and training workers who handle hazardous chemicals.

New! Lion now offers Spanish language OSHA HazCom training too!

UN Sub-Committee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods

PHMSA’s meeting will be held the same day and same location, from 9:00 AM—12:00 PM ET. PHMSA is requesting public feedback on potential new work items that may be added to the international agenda. PHMSA will also provide an update on “recent actions to enhance transparency and stakeholder interaction.”

PHMSA is planning a major rulemaking, HM 215-O, to (again) harmonize US hazardous materials transportation standards with the latest international requirements. HM 215-O was proposed in November 2018, and a Final Rule is expected in September 2019.

In addition to the pre-UN meeting, PHMSA will host a meeting on June 17 to receive and respond to stakeholder input on the development of the 2020 Emergency Response Guide (ERG).

Details or joining the UN preparation meetings via teleconference can be found at PHMSA’s website.

Summer 2019 DOT, IATA, and IMDG hazmat training

Join us for comprehensive, engaging hazmat training when Lion presents the Multimodal Hazmat Shipper Certification workshops near you in 2019!

Learn a step-by-step approach to properly prepare hazmat shipments in full compliance with 49 CFR, the IATA DGR (air), and the IMDG Code (vessel) and meet your responsibilities under the latest domestic and international regulations.

 
Detroit June 17—20
Cincinnati June 18–21
Northern NJ July 8—11
Hartford July 15–18
Atlanta  July 30—Aug 2
Nashville   August 5—8
Jacksonville August 13—16

Tags: hazard communication, hazmat shipping, osha, PHMSA, safety training

Find a Post

Compliance Archives

Lion - Quotes

If I need thorough training or updating, I always use Lion. Lion is always the best in both instruction and materials.

Bryce Parker

EHS Manager

No comparison. Lion has the best RCRA training ever!!

Matt Sabine

Environmental Specialist

I like the consistency of Lion workshops. The materials are well put together and instructors are top notch!

Kevin Pylka

Permitting, Compliance & Environmental Manager

Excellent job. Made what is very dry material interesting. Thoroughly explained all topics in easy-to-understand terms.

David Hertvik

Vice President

Amazing instructor; real-life examples. Lion training gets better every year!

Frank Papandrea

Environmental Manager

Convenient; I can train when I want, where I want.

Barry Cook

Hazmat Shipping Professional

Well designed and thorough program. Excellent summary of requirements with references. Inclusion of regulations in hard copy form, as well as full electronic with state pertinent regulations included is a great bonus!

Oscar Fisher

EHS Manager

The instructor was very patient and engaging - willing to answer and help explain subject matter.

Misty Filipp

Material Control Superintendent

This was the 1st instructor that has made the topic actually enjoyable and easy to follow and understand. Far better than the "other" training providers our company has attended!

Lori Hardy

Process & Resource Administrator

The instructor had knowledge of regulations and understanding of real-world situations. The presentation style was engaging and fostered a positive atmosphere for information sharing.

Linda Arlen

Safety & Environmental Compliance Officer

Download Our Latest Whitepaper

What to do before, during, and after a RCRA hazardous waste inspection to defend your site from rising State and Federal penalties.

Latest Whitepaper

By submitting your phone number, you agree to receive recurring marketing and training text messages. Consent to receive text messages is not required for any purchases. Text STOP at any time to cancel. Message and data rates may apply. View our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.