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Alphabetical Listing of Reference Documents by Title
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Chemical Assessment and Ranking System (CARS)
Abstract: A decision support tool that uses a credible database of chemical hazard related information, in conjunction with chemical use, to assess and rank chemicals and set goals for substituting or eliminating.
Source: Zero Waste Alliance
URL: http://www.zerowaste.org/cars/about.html#whatis
Chemical Strategies Partnership (CSP)
Abstract: CSP is a non-profit that works with manufacturing companies to redefine the way they purchase and manage chemicals. The model shifts away from a traditional supplier relationship to a strategic alliance with a chemical service provider.
Source: Chemical Strategies Partnership
URL: http://chemicalstrategies.org/
Column Model for Chemical Substitutes Assessment [PDF]
Abstract: A model to use risk and safety data of a chemical to assess potential toxicity or hazard to humans and the evironment.
Source: BGIA
URL: http://www.subsport.eu/images/stories/pdf_archive/substituti
on_tools/1_columnmod_en.pdf
Energy and Materials Flow and Cost Tracker (EMFACT)
Abstract: EMFACT is a software tool designed to track materials and energy use, releases, discharges, wastes, products, and associated costs. The program provides a template where the user can input measurement data and generate calculations and reports.
Source: Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association
URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/emfact/elearning/03_trainin
g/emf/index.html
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals
Abstract: Worldwide initiative to promote standard criteria for classifying chemicals according to their health, physical and environmental hazards.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/international/globalharmon.htm
HMIS - Hazardous Materials Identification System
Abstract: Description of the Hazardous Materials Identification System, HMIS® ( developed by the National Paint & Coatings Association) which helps employers comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication (HCS), 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Source: Safety Emporium
URL: http://www.ilpi.com/msds/ref/hmis.html
OSHA Regulations and Official Inspection Guidelines
Abstract: Provides information on how OSHA laws regulate communication of hazard communication and MSDS information for materials found in the workplace. Primary topics include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS's), Labeling/Signage, and Training.
Source: Interactive Learning Paradigms Incorporated
URL: http://www.ilpi.com/msds/osha/index.html
OSHA Small Business Handbook [PDF]
Abstract: This handbook helps small business employers meet the legal requirements of OSHA regulations and passing inspections, including understanding and using chemical labeling.
Source: OSHA
URL: http://www.osha.gov/Publications/smallbusiness/small-busines
s.pdf
Pesticides: International Activities Regarding the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
Abstract: GHS specifies certain elements such as hazard statements, pictograms, and signal words to be required on pesticide labels. Precautionary statements are required on all labels. GHS implementation will require extensive outreach, education, and training.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/international/ghs/elements.htm
Pollution Prevention Options Assessment System (P2OASys)
Abstract: This systematic tool helps companies determine compare toxicity and hazard of replacement or substitution options they are considering.
Source: Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI)
URL: http://www.turi.org/Our_Work/Research/Alternatives_Assessmen
t/Chemical_Hazard_Comparison_Tools/P2OASys_Tool_to_Compa
re_Materials
Proposition 65: Chemicals Known to Cause Cancer or Reproductive Toxicity (California) [PDF]
Abstract: The Prop65 list of toxic chemicals that are known, in the state of California, to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
Source: California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment
URL: http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/prop65_list/files/P65single052011
.pdf
REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemical Substances)
Abstract: Manufacturers and importers are required to gather information on the properties of their chemical substances, which will allow their safe handling, and to register the information in a central database run by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA).
Source: European Union
URL: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/chemicals/reach/reach_intro.
htm
Sustainable and Safe Products at P&G - Experience with DfE [PDF]
Abstract: Presentation on Proctor & Gamble's efforts to reformulate and improve safety of their products.
Source: Proctor & Gamble
URL: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/PollutionPrevention/GreenChemistryIni
tiative/upload/PandG_DFE_Webinar_Presentation.pdf
Toxipedia.Org
Abstract: A wiki covering many toxic chemicals, their impacts, and current trends in toxics reduction.
Source: Toxipedia.org
URL: http://toxipedia.org/display/toxipedia/Welcome+to+Toxipedia
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