Canada’s Chemical Compliance Reporting in 2023 : Your Deadline Approaches
According to the guidelines outlined in section 71(1)(b) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, the notice regarding specific substances under the Chemical Compounds Executive Plan – 2023 was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I, on June 24, 2023. This notice will be effective until January 17, 2024, and covers a total of 850 substances. The purpose of this notice is to gather information from Canadian importers, users, and manufacturers about the commercial status, facility details, and applications of substances that the Government of Canada has identified as priorities in the Chemical Management Plan. The collected data will serve Health Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in the following ways: Setting priorities Conducting risk assessment activities Implementing risk management measures if necessary Organizations failing to meet the detailed yearly reporting requirements will not receive substance-related notifications. However, if your organization possesses data that could be valuable to the authorities, such as actions taken involving reportable substances in the past year, or instances where reportable substances were handled but reporting requirements were not met, you are encouraged to submit a Statement of Stakeholder Interest (SHI) (Section 15). There are three response options once you’ve determined your eligibility based on reporting criteria. A comprehensive explanation of these options can be obtained from ComplianceXL’s compliance specialists by reviewing the “Guidance for Responding to the Notice Regarding Certain Chemicals under the Chemicals Management Plan – 2023,” published in the Canada Gazette on June 24, 2023. If your organization receives the notice, it is expected that you provide any relevant data you have or can reasonably obtain. For example: Manufacturers should prepare proper documentation before submitting the template.. Traders should review import records and relevant Safety Data Sheets (SDS) Consumers and traders should contact their clients to obtain substance-related information. Mandatory responses must be submitted through Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Single Window by January 17, 2024. To facilitate compliance with the reporting requirements of the Chemicals Management Plan – 2023 for specific substances, you can utilize the provided Excel Reporting File. Download the Excel Reporting File We recommend promptly informing your suppliers and clients about this notification, as they may need to report or provide information to meet the deadline. For any inquiries or uncertainties regarding reporting, ComplianceXL can serve as a bridge between you and your suppliers or clients. Additionally, we offer assistance in preparing necessary reports. All data will be accurate and promptly communicated. As a final step, we will guide you in identifying potential risks or issues. Speak to one of our global compliance specialists today! Contact Us
SDS for Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industry
A Safety Data Sheet (formerly called Material Safety Data Sheet) is a detailed informational document prepared by the manufacturer or importer of a hazardous chemical. It describes the physical and chemical properties of the product. SDS contains useful information such as toxicological properties, flash point, procedures for spills and leaks, handling and storage guidelines, and exposure control, transportation guidelines, fire Hazards and first aid measures. SDS sheets are created for a variety of hazards materials and chemicals including all compressed gases, flammable and combustible liquids, oxidizing materials, poisonous or infectious material, corrosive material and dangerously reactive materials. The Hazard Communication Standard by WHS, requires chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical industry, distributors, and importers to provide new Safety Data Sheets in a uniform format that includes the section numbers, headings, and associated information below. Section I. Identification Section II. Hazardous Identification Section III. Composition Information Section IV. First-Aid Measures Section V. Fire-Fighting Measures Section VI. Accidental release measures Section VII. Handling and Storage Section VIII. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties Section X. Stability and Reactivity Section XI. Toxicological Information Section XII. Ecological Information Section XIII. Disposal Considerations Section XIV. Transport Information Section XV. Regulatory Information Section XVI. Other Information Important Objectives of Safety in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Industries. The purpose of the Material Safety Data Sheet information is to convey chemical safety and hazard information to the end user (employees exposed to hazardous chemicals, employees who store dangerous chemicals, and emergency responders such as: firefighters, hazardous material crews, and emergency medical technicians). Provides essential information of the provider along with the chemical name and its recommended uses SDS provides basic understanding to the workers, the harmful effects of industrial hazards. SDS defines the basic relationship between hazard and risk. SDS focuses on type of toxicity on the environment by industrial hazards. It provides knowledge on the most toxic environmental hazardous substances. SDS provides valuable information about possible chances of accidents due to spills, leaks or releases to prevent loss of life and permanent disability of any industrial employee, any damage to machine and material as it leads to the loss to the whole establishment. It includes containment and cleanup practices to prevent or minimize exposure to people, properties, or the environment. SDS provides First-aid information for initial care that should be given by untrained responders to an individual who has been exposed to the chemical. SDS provides guidance on the safe handling practices and conditions for safe storage of chemicals, including incompatibilities. SDS eliminates accidents that cause work stoppage and production loss, reduces workman’s compensation, insurance rate and all the cost of accidents. This increase production means to a higher standard of living. SDS provides basic education to all members regarding the safety principles to avoid accidents in industry. SDS is required to achieve better morale of the industrial employees. Information in regards to when the SDS was prepared or when the last known revision was made and where the changes have been made to the previous version may be provided. To conclude that knowing and understanding the risk of hazardous facility and hazard release are the most important segments of an optimal pharmaceutical safety management. An effective hazard and risk assessment allows development of effective action plan and implement strategies and tactics. Talk to our MSDS Expert