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ADR labels: what are they and what are they for?

GHS Compliance

ADR Labels (more precisely, Dangerous Goods Transport Labels) are warning signs placed on vehicles carrying dangerous substances and on packages of dangerous products. They follow the
GHS legislature
 and models defined by the UN.

Specifically, ADR labels are graphic representations with coded symbols, colors and numbers that make understanding of the hazard immediate and overcome language barriers.

The information conveyed by ADR labels relates to the hazard characteristics (defined by hazard classes) of the chemical.

ADR: Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par Route

The agreement that regulates the transport of dangerous goods (including chemicals) at the European level is theAccord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par Route, better known as ADR. It was signed in Geneva in 1957 and ratified in Italy through Law No. 1839 of August 12, 1962.

Rail and inland waterway transport are regulated by specific agreements, also signed at the European level, the RID andADN, respectively.

Operating procedures for road transport, regulated by the ADR Agreement, are updated every two years. The latest update released is ADR 2021. In July last year, the deadline for adaptation to the 2021 version expired: until the new release scheduled for next year, ADR 2021 must be referred to.

ADR legislation goes to regulate all road transport of goods classified as hazardous. With the exception of some classes where li danger is excessively high, normally dangerous goods can be safely transported by road internationally. Of course, provided that safety regulations are followed, in particular:

  • ADR Annex A, which regulates packaging and labeling;
  • Annex B, on the other hand, which regulates the construction, equipment and operation of the vehicle carrying the dangerous goods.

These annexes are also reviewed periodically within the more general work of updating the ADR. The latest version, which must be referred to, is ECE/TRANS/300, vols. I and II (ADR 2021).

ADS Labels

Characteristics of ADR Labels

Both vehicles carrying dangerous goods and packages and packages of chemicals must be accompanied byADR labels . These types of products can harm the environment and/or have adverse effects on people’s health, so it is important, as well as legally required, to display the right labels.

Through the use of coded symbols, colors and numbers, ADR labels are easily understood by anyone. This avoids the problem of possible misunderstanding by overcoming language barriers in international transportation. In addition, the placement of the panels at the most visible points of vehicles makes the danger immediately clear even while driving.

In general, ADR Labels are mainly rectangles arranged at a 45° angle (lozenge-shaped). Inside we find: the hazard symbol, the word hazard wording (optional) and the appropriate UN number. When placed on transport vehicles, ADR labels must be a minimum size of 25×25 cm (including the edge of the label).

Regarding the packaging of chemicals, GHS regulations require the inclusion of hazard symbols, similar to what is done on ADR labels. The symbols used are the same, but the pictograms are placed within a label affixed to the packaging of the hazardous product. This label (known as the
GHS label
) includes, in addition to the pictogram, the name of the substance, amount of content, hazard statement, precautionary statements and possible additional information, together with the details of the person responsible for placing it on the market.

 

Managing ADR Labels

Managing ADR Labels is one of the tasks of companies working with chemicals. It is part of the broader management work of the HSE accomplice. To simplify the work,
F1 Consulting & Services
 has designed software that can
Managing the complicit regulation of chemicals
. With Chemilla it will be easy to organize the database of your mixtures and substances and derive their ADR classification. You will then automatically and accurately know the number and type of label to order, saving time and avoiding mistakes.
Chemilla for HSE compliance management

Through
Chemilla
 you can quickly draw up all the necessary documents to always comply with the regulations
GHS
. With Chemilla you can create with one click a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that follows EU CLP, US HazCom or China GB regulations and translate it into more than 30 languages! With the same ease, you can also create and print labels, again in compliance with the HSE accomplice. Design and print GHS labels for your products, save time by pulling all the information from the Chemilla database. Take advantage of integration with ERP for even faster results. This will enable you to effectively share transportation classification directly through your company ERP, creating complete and compliant transportation documents.
Chemilla offers a
free demo
 opportunity to see the software live in action. Discover all the features of Chemilla!
GHS Compliance

HSE compliance for chemicals: manage them with Chemilla!

HSE Compliance

HSE, or Health, Safety & Environment. Literally “Health, Safety and Environment,” the acronym refers to all those systems or people who are dedicated to the safety of people and the environment in business.

Health, Safety & Environment

The acronym HSE goes along with the different professional figures. For example, the HSE Specialist deals with solving problems that affect the safety of the working environment, in terms of workers’ health and environmental protection, while the HSE Manager is the professional figure responsible for organizing and defining a business strategy that anticipates security risks.

HSE Compliance

Similarly, the concept of Health, Safety & Environment can be applied to regulatory compliance, going to all those regulations that affect health, safety and environment.
Every company is required to comply with HSE regulations, and companies working with chemicals in particular must handle this carefully, as they must also implement the GHS regulation.

GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals

Companies working with chemicals must comply with GHS regulations.

“Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals,” the GHS is an internationally agreed standard administered by the United Nations created to standardize patterns of classification and labeling of hazardous materials.

In fact, for chemicals, there are specific regulations governing their handling and the documentation attached to them in order to use, transport and place them on the market.
All this in order to protect Safety, Health and the Environment. This is why the GHS regulations for chemicals fall under the broader area of HSE complicity.

How to manage chemicals: regulatory compliance

To maintain HSE compliance when working with chemicals, it is important to adhere to all the directions of the GHS standard. In practice, this means that for every hazardous substance that you use, transport or trade, you must:

  • Classifying the danger
  • Drafting a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
  • Print compliant hazard labels
  • Forwarding the IPA notification to the Poison Control Center

Software that automates processes while ensuring regulatory compliance can be used to facilitate these processes and ensure HSE compliance when dealing with chemicals.

HSE software for chemicals

HSE Software enables the management of chemical risk and chemical agents in the workplace.

In particular, they enable the rapid application of GHS standards through the automatic creation of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels and other documentation.

Why rely on specific software for GHS compliance?

Those who have worked in the chemical industry for years can already guess the answer. Relying on software that manages GHS compliance for you allows you to avoid any kind of error. Standards will always be met, in accordance with the most up-to-date regulatory compliance.

Updating the software with compliance with the latest standards is one of the less obvious but more important benefits associated with using an application for the HSE management: this will allow you to never incur malfeasance and consequent penalties, without taking on the burden of changing your SDS templates for chemicals or other templates. It will all happen automatically through the software update.

HSE Compliance

Chemilla: HSE for chemical products


Chemilla
 is a cloud-based HSE compliance management software for chemicals. Our solution, developed by the team of
F1 Consulting & Services
, was designed after years of work in the field of business consulting. In particular, Chemilla was born out of an ongoing dialogue carried on with companies working with chemicals to solve their specific problems.

Through
Chemilla
 it is possible to manage the entire HSE complicity for chemicals, standardizing the necessary documents to the GHS standard. For example, with Chemilla you can create with one click a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that follows EU CLP, US HazCom or China regulations and translate it into more than 30 languages! With the same ease, you can also create and print labels, again in compliance with the HSE accomplice.

Chemilla offers a
free demo
 opportunity to see the software live in action.

Discover Chemilla!

With
Chemilla
, work will be even easier thanks to the possibility of
Integration with major ERPs
 or custom management systems. A software that can talk to your business systems by adapting to your needs, helping you maintain HSE compliance at all times. A savings in time and money, and a gain in quality of work done.

Chemilla is a valuable tool for companies working with chemicals.
Find out what offers are available now!

HSE Compliance

Safety Data Sheets (SDS): always up to date with Chemilla

SDS

Chemicals are contained in a great number of items on the market, including everyday items. The most common include detergents and paints, but lime used in construction companies and chlorine in swimming pools are also chemicals, as are some components used in perfumery and cosmetics. The usefulness of these products is undeniable, but it is important that they be handled, used, and disposed of according to proper methodologies to avoid harm to people, property, or the environment. Some chemicals are highly toxic and can cause serious harm to human health if not handled properly. That is why safety data sheets (SDS) exist.

What are Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?

Chemical safety data sheets are documents that provide information about the chemical properties of a substance or mixture and the precautions to be taken when handling it.

The MSDS is regulated by the Environmental, Health and Safety (known as.
HSE Compliance
, or simply HSE). This regulatory framework aims to identify the various substances and achieve a standard of compliance in production and classification within the various manufacturing companies.

What information does an SDS communicate?

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are the key component of compliance with chemical regulations. Thanks to MSDSs, manufacturers can:

  • Provide important information about the type of substance or mixture;
  • Communicate clearly and concisely the potential hazards associated with their products;
  • Inform about what to do in case of first aid, fire or accidental release;
  • Illustrate the behaviors to be adopted when using that substance.

The problem of SDS management: time and resources.

We have seen how MSDSs are a very important tool for the safety of those who use the chemicals you produce, as well as legally required. Nevertheless, drafting and managing them as best as possible is a cumbersome task for most companies.

Manage chemical safety data sheets:

    • You have to manually fill out an SDS whenever a substance is used.
    • Translate it into the different languages if you export within the European Union.
    • If you also export outside the EU, you will not just change languages. Another form will need to be filled out according to the regulations of the destination countries.
    • Not to mention the risk of not staying up-to-date with legislation: laws change quickly, and staying abreast can translate into a full-time job.

Your production and your work are important, and managing MSDSs to the best of your ability is a crucial part. To do this quickly and without errors, the best choice is to use HSE Compliance Management Software. You will stay up to date with the latest legislation, save time, and be able to work worry-free.

 

The right software can help you easily create and manage MSDSs

Taking advantage of SDS management software is the most effective way to optimize your work . What’s more, you will never be able to make mistakes when writing SDSs.

Automated GHS Compliance software can help you generate, save and submit SDSs, translate them, and maintain compliance with regulatory updates.

The best GHS software: a wise choice

If you work with chemicals, you will already be well aware of how strict the regulations are on writing MSDSs. Therefore, when you choose GHS software make sure that the manufacturers are reputable and ensure that the system is constantly adjusted to the latest standards that have come into effect.

Don’t wait to make safety a priority. Look for software that can offer you the assurance of
HSE compliance
 and automation systems to make your work easier.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

The solution we created for you

Working in business consulting for as long as we can remember, we have over the years built close dialogue relationships with companies. Listening to their problems with the management of the whole regulatory aspect related to the
HSE Compliance
 and, in particular, with the management of Safety Data Sheets (SD S) prompted us to create an ad hoc solution.

The resulting product is.
Chemilla
, a cloud-based software for worldwide chemical compliance management .

What does Chemilla do for SDS management?

Chemilla is a complete MSDS management solution. It offers a number of advanced features for generating, saving, sending and printing SDSs, as well as translating and updating compliance. Chemilla allows users to generate an SD S in a few simple steps, save and send SDSs directly to recipients.

The team of
F1 Consulting & Services
 also boasts experts who are dedicated to constantly updating the software as regulations change. It is a solution that is as powerful and reliable as it is easy to use. The cloud architecture frees Chemilla, allowing you to use the application anywhere and from any device.

Chemilla also offers a
free demo
 opportunity to see the software in action firsthand. Learn about all the other features of
Chemilla
 on the dedicated page.

Material Safety Data Sheets: drafting, sending and automatic translation

Chemilla ‘s main functions related to MSDSs include:

  • GHS calculation
  • Implementation of SDSs according to regulations:
    • EU CLP
    • US HazCom
    • China GB
  • Saving and archiving, with automatic periodic backups
  • Submission of SDSs
  • Translation into over 30 languages
  • Fast revision management
  • Notifications to authorities
  • Constant regulatory adjustments ensured by F1 Consulting & Services team

Material Safety Data Sheets: easy with Chemilla

HSE Compliance management software is a valuable tool for companies that care about safety and compliance.

With
Chemilla
, work will be even easier thanks to the possibility of
Integration with major ERPs
 or custom management systems. A software that can talk to your business systems by adapting to your needs, helping you maintain HSE Compliance at all times. A savings in time and money, and a gain in quality of work done.

Chemilla is a valuable tool for companies working with chemicals and MSDSs.
Find out about available offerings now!

SDS