SUMMARY The following details will be published in the NICNAS Chemical Gazette: ASSESSMENT APPLICANT(S) CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS INTRODUCTION USE REFERENCE TRADE NAME SUBSTANCE VOLUME A component of LTD/1547 PPG Industries Polymer in ND* < 6 tonnes per Australia Pty Ltd and annum surface coatings for Hardeners application to tanks and associated structural steel *ND = not determined CONCLUSIONS AND REGULATORY OBLIGATIONS Hazard classification As no toxicity data were provided, the notified polymer cannot be classified according to the Approved Criteria (NOHSC, 2004). for Classifying Hazardous Substances Human health risk assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental risk assessment On the basis of the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer: Avoid contact with skin and eyes Do not inhale vapours/mists Avoid contact with uncured coatings or overspray Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer: Respirators Coveralls Gloves Goggles Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. Spray applications should be carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Australia National Guidance [NOHSC (1999)] or relevant State and Territory Codes of Practice. Material for Spray Painting A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
SUMMARY The following details will be published in the NICNAS Chemical Gazette: ASSESSMENT REFERENCE APPLICANT(S) CHEMICAL OR TRADE NAME HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE INTRODUCTION VOLUME USE LTD/1547 PPG Industries Australia Pty Ltd Polymer in and Hardeners ND* < 6 tonnes per annum A component of surface coatings for application to tanks and associated structural steel *ND = not determined CONCLUSIONS AND REGULATORY OBLIGATIONS Hazard classification As no toxicity data were provided, the notified polymer cannot be classified according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances (NOHSC, 2004). Human health risk assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental risk assessment On the basis of the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer: Avoid contact with skin and eyes Do not inhale vapours/mists Avoid contact with uncured coatings or overspray Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer: Respirators Coveralls Gloves Goggles Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. Spray applications should be carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Australia National Guidance Material for Spray Painting [NOHSC (1999)] or relevant State and Territory Codes of Practice. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.