In all workplaces, offices and industries, you store and use chemicals. Where do you start?
It's important to manage your chemicals because:
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Chemicals are capable of doing serious damage to people and the environment
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Chemicals are expensive - not only are spills, leaks, and exposures dangerous, but they also cost money
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You reduce the risk of workplace incidents involving chemicals.
ASTA offers a range of services to help your organisation come to grips with all aspects of chemical management, no matter what stage your OH&S program is at, including:
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Designing and implementing chemical management systems
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Performing Risk Assessments and identify health surveillance requirements.
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Conducting Hazardous Substances legal compliance audits in accordance with WH&S Legislation
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Conducting Dangerous Goods legal compliance audits in accordance with Dangerous Goods Management legislation
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Review of storage facilities, identifying relevant regulatory and Australian Standards requirements for licensing self assessment
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Development of emergency plans & procedures
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Chemical awareness & management training courses - public or tailored to your organisation's needs.
How Do You Benefit?
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Ensure legal compliance
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Reduced risk of injury and major incidents
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Knowledge allows you to make the best use of your money to control the major risks