927 Audit of a fuel distributor company tank truck loading operations in the state of rio grande do sul/brazil

Abstract

During the first step-Basic Characterization-BC-the appraiser collects available information to allow reliable estimates of the exposure of the workers and to take the decision whether or not to perform exposure measurements. The second step, or 'Initial Assessment-IA', consists of performing at least 3 (screening test) to 6 representative exposure measurements for the workers of each SEG, in order to demonstrate by using a statistical test whether less than 5% of exposures in the SEG exceed the OELV (compliance). In a third step and based on IA results, a program of 'Periodic Reassessment-PM' determines time intervals ranging from 1 to 3 years for performing new measurements, depending of the levels of exposure. This is based on the assumption that no major changes (e.g. process, RMM, quantities and nature of chemicals) have occurred during this period.The new EN-689 also takes into consideration simultaneous exposure to several chemicals, and workshift durations higher than 8 hours. The informative annexes give recommendations to determine for example: sampling duration, statistical distribution of exposure measurements results and treatment of representative results lower than the limit of quantification (LoQ).The new EN 689 is a helpful tool, especially when expertise/science/evidence does not help in the decisions to protect workers exposed to chemicals. 1717b REGULATORY ADVANCES IN CONTROLLING HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCESBridget Ginnity. 10.1136/oemed-2018-ICOHabstracts.565The REACH and CLP Regulation have given rise to a rich source of information on chemicals and introduced new mechanisms for regulatory control of hazardous chemicals. Occupational health and hygiene practitioners (OHPs) can contribute to the regulatory decision making and can use the increased information and regulatory control to promote the safe use of chemicals in the workplace.The registration element of REACH has received most attention to date and the final registration deadline under the REACH Regulation for chemical substances manufactured or imported into Europe is imminent, 31 st May 2018. The registration process generates an immense amount of information on the hazardous properties of substances and on how they can be used safely. Some of this information is provided with safety data sheets, such as DNELs (Derived No Effect Levels) and exposure scenarios. Much more information, including toxicological data, is available on the website of ECHA, the European Chemicals Agency.REACH and the CLP Regulation provide for the regulatory control mechanisms of authorisation, restriction and harmonised classification and labelling. These mechanisms are intended to protect workers, consumers and the environment. OHPs can engage with these processes to ensure that decisions are made with reliable, up-to-date information on what is happening in the field. By knowing the regulatory status of chemicals used on site, OHPs can ensure regulatory compliance and promote the safe use of chemicals in their company. 1717c BIOLOGICAL MONITORING AND THE USE OF...