Gazette
Commonwealth
of Australia
No. C 11, Tuesday, 4 November 2003
CHEMICAL
Published by the Commonwealth of Australia
ISSN 1035-9877
The Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act) commenced on
17 July 1990. As required by Section 5 of the Act, a Chemical Gazette is published on the
first Tuesday in any month or on any days prescribed by the regulations.
CONTENTS
NEW CHEMICALS
SUMMARY REPORTS
1 LTD/1090 YELLOW DYE 1 5
2 LTD/1091 YELLOW DYE 2 8
3 LTD/1094 RED DYE 1 11
4 LTD/1095 RED DYE 2 14
5 PLC/394 SUBSTANCE HPA16B 17
6 PLC/395 SPRC-30BE4 19
7 PLC/396 POLYMER IN SPRC-10BE 21
8 PLC/397 POLYMER IN QRXP-1657 PMN 23
9 PLC/401 POLYMER IN AMBERLITE SR1L NA 25
10 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORT 27
PERMITS ISSUED
11 LOW VOLUME CHEMICAL PERMITS 28
12 EARLY INTRODUCTION PERMITS 29
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
30
13 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE
YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES
14 NOTICE OF AMENDMENTS TO THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY 31
OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
SPECIAL NOTICES
15 CALL FOR INFORMATION ON SENSITISER CHEMICALS 32
34
16 INFORMATION GATHERING ON ESSENTIAL USES OF
PERFLUOROOCTANE SULFONATE (PFOS) AND ITS
DERIVATIVES
38
17 DECLARATION TO AMEND THE CHRYSOTILE EXPOSURE
STANDARD IN THE ADOPTED NATIONAL EXPOSURE
STANDARDS FOR ATMOSPHERIC CONTAMINANTS IN THE
OCCUPATIONAL ENVIRONMENT [NOHSC: 1003(1995)]
18 COMMENT ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL 39
WORKPLACE EXPOSURE STANDARDS
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1 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Yellow Dye 1
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1090
Hewlett Packard Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 74 004 394 763) of 31-41 Joseph Street
Blackburn VIC 3130 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their
application for an assessment certificate for Yellow Dye 1. The notified chemical is
intended to be used as a dye in printing equipment. The notified chemical is imported
from overseas as a component of printer ink in a sealed cartridge. The inks will
contain <5% notified chemical. The cartridges will be transported and stored prior to
national distribution where they will be used in office or home printing equipment.
The cartridges will be installed/replaced either by office workers, service technicians
or consumers. Less than 1 tonne of the notified chemical will be imported per annum
for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
In rats, the notified chemical was toxic by oral route but of low toxicity by dermal
route. In rabbits, the notified chemical was not a skin irritant but it was a slight eye
irritant. There was no evidence of skin sensitisation in a non-adjuvant study in guinea
pigs.
In a 28-day oral repeat dose toxicity study in rats, microscopic examination revealed
slight necrosis of the proximal tubules in high dose animals and very slight tubular
necrosis or tubular basophilia in mid dose animals. Given the effects observed in the
kidneys, the no observed effect level (NOEL) was established as 1 mg/kg bw/day (the
lowest dose tested). The maximum dose tested was 50% of the dose which produced
60% mortality in acute oral toxicity testing, and it is probable that the observed effects
at 10 (mid) and 50 (high) mg/kg bw are sub-lethal acute effects.
The notified chemical showed negative results in the bacterial mutation assay, in vitro
chromosomal aberration test and in vivo bone marrow micronucleus test in the
absence and presence of metabolic activation (S9).
Based on the available data the notified chemical is classified as hazardous under the
NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances. The classification
and labelling details are: R25 ?Toxic if swallowed.
As a comparison only, the classification of the notified chemical using the Globally
Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is
presented below. This system is not mandated in Australia and carries no legal status
but is presented for information purposes.
Acute Toxicity Category 3
Symbol: Skull and crossbones
Signal word: Danger
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Hazard statement: Toxic if swallowed
Chronic Hazards to the Aquatic Environment Category 3
Symbol: No symbol used
Signal word: No signal word
Hazard statement: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as a component of
printing inks.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to
the environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? The NOHSC Chemicals Standards Sub-committee should consider the
following health hazard classification for the notified chemical:
- R25 ?Toxic if swallowed
? Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified
chemical:
- 25%: R25 ?Toxic if swallowed
- 3%conc <25%: R22 ?Harmful if swallowed.
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
No special precautions are required for the notified chemical when used at low
quantities as a component of ink cartridges for printers. However, in the interests of
good occupational health and safety, the following guidelines and precautions should
be observed for use of printing inks containing the notified chemical:
?Avoid contact with skin.
?Printers should be located in well-ventilated areas.
?Service personnel should wear cotton or disposable gloves when replenishing
spent ink cartridges and servicing printers.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
? Do not allow material or contaminated packaging to enter drains, sewers or
water courses.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of in landfill or be destroyed
through incineration.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified chemical should be handled by collecting the
cartridge intact and landfilled. Contain the spill and absorb with sawdust, sand
or earth. Place used absorbent in suitable sealed containers and follow state or
local regulation for the disposal of the waste.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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2 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Yellow Dye 2
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1091
Hewlett Packard Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 74 004 394 763) of 31-41 Joseph Street
Blackburn Victoria 3130 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of
their application for an assessment certificate for Yellow Dye 2. The notified
chemical is intended to be used as a dye in printing equipment. The notified chemical
is imported from overseas as a component of printer ink in a sealed cartridge. The
inks will contain <10% notified chemical. The cartridges will be transported and
stored prior to national distribution where they will be used in office or home
printing equipment. The cartridges will be installed/replaced either by office workers,
service technicians or consumers. Less than 0.1 tonne of the notified chemical will be
imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
In rats, the notified chemical was toxic by oral route but of low toxicity by dermal
route. In rabbits, the notified chemical was not a skin irritant but it was a slight eye
irritant. There was no evidence of skin sensitisation in a non-adjuvant study in guinea
pigs.
In a 28-day oral repeat dose toxicity study in rats, reduced average body weights,
body weight gain and food consumption in high dose males, which is indicative of
severe chemical intoxication were observed. The No Observed Adverse Effect Level
(NOAEL) was established as 31 mg/kg bw/day (the lowest dose tested) in this study,
based on the clinical chemistry and haematological effects observed in higher doses,
and the slight elevation of BUN in low and high dose males. The maximum dose
tested was close to a dose which produced 60% mortality in acute oral toxicity
testing, and it is likely that some of the observed effects are sublethal acute effects.
The notified chemical showed negative results in the bacterial mutation assay, in vitro
chromosomal aberration test and in vivo bone marrow micronucleus test in the
absence and presence of metabolic activation (S9).
On the basis of the data supplied, the notified chemical would be classified as a toxic
(T) substance under the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
Substances (NOHSC, 1999) and warrants the risk phrase: R25 ?Toxic if swallowed.
As a comparison only, the classification of the notified chemical using the Globally
Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) (United
Nations, 2003) is presented below. This system is not mandated in Australia and
carries no legal status but is presented for information purposes.
Acute Toxicity Category 3
Symbol: Skull and crossbones
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Signal word: Danger
Hazard statement: Toxic if swallowed
Chronic Hazards to the Aquatic Environment Category 3
Symbol: No symbol used
Signal word: No signal word
Hazard statement: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as a component of
printing inks.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to
the environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? The NOHSC Chemicals Standards Sub-committee should consider the
following health hazard classification for the notified chemical:
- R25 ?Toxic if swallowed
? Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified
chemical:
- 25%: R25 ?Toxic if swallowed
- 3%conc <25%: R22 ?Harmful if swallowed.
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
No special precautions are required for the notified chemical when used at low
quantities as a component of ink cartridges for printers. However, in the interests of
good occupational health and safety, the following guidelines and precautions should
be observed for use of printing inks containing the notified chemical:
?Avoid contact with skin.
?Printers should be located in well-ventilated areas.
?Service personnel should wear cotton or disposable gloves when replenishing
spent ink cartridges and servicing printers.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
? Do not allow material or contaminated packaging to enter drains, sewers or
water courses.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of in landfill or be destroyed
through incineration.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified chemical should be handled by collecting the
cartridge intact and landfilled. Contain the spill and absorb with sawdust, sand
or earth. Place used absorbent in suitable sealed containers and follow state or
local regulation for the disposal of the waste.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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3 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Red Dye 1
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1094
Hewlett Packard Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 74 004 394 763) of 31-41 Joseph Street
Blackburn Victoria 3130 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of
their application for an assessment certificate for Red Dye 1. The notified chemical is
intended to be used as a dye in printing equipment. The notified chemical is imported
from overseas as a component of printer ink in a sealed cartridge. The inks will
contain <5% notified chemical. The cartridges will be transported and stored prior to
national distribution where they will be used in office or home printing equipment.
The cartridges will be installed/replaced either by office workers, service technicians
or consumers. Less than 1 tonne of the notified chemical will be imported per annum
for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
The notified chemical was of low acute oral toxicity in rats and of low dermal toxicity
in rabbits. It was not irritating to skin but it was a slight eye irritant in rabbits. There
was no evidence of skin sensitisation in an adjuvant and non-adjuvant studies in
guinea pigs. The notified chemical was neither mutagenic in bacteria nor clastogenic
in human peripheral lymphocyte and mouse bone marrow.
In a 28-day oral repeat dose toxicity study in rats, the No Observed Adverse Effect
Level (NOAEL) was established as 125 mg/kg bw/day (the lowest dose tested), based
on the clinical chemistry and haematological effects observed in higher doses.
On the basis of the data supplied, the notified chemical would not be classified as a
hazardous substance according to the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances.
As a comparison only, the classification of the notified chemical using the Globally
Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is
presented below. This system is not mandated in Australia and carries no legal status
but is presented for information purposes.
Chronic Hazards to the Aquatic Environment Category 3
Symbol: No symbol used
Signal word: No signal word
Hazard statement: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
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Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as a component of
printing inks.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to
the environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
No special precautions are required for the notified chemical when used at low
quantities as a component of ink cartridges for printers. However, in the interests of
good occupational health and safety, the following guidelines and precautions should
be observed for use of printing inks containing the notified chemical:
?Avoid contact with skin.
?Printers should be located in well-ventilated areas.
?Service personnel should wear cotton or disposable gloves when replenishing
spent ink cartridges and servicing printers.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
? Do not allow material or contaminated packaging to enter drains, sewers or
water courses.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of in landfill or be destroyed
through incineration.
Emergency procedures
?Spills/release of the notified chemical should be handled by collecting the
cartridge intact and landfilled. Contain the spill and absorb with sawdust, sand
or earth. Place used absorbent in suitable sealed containers and follow state or
local regulation for the disposal of the waste.
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Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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4 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Red Dye 2
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1095
Hewlett Packard Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 74 004 394 763) of 31-41 Joseph Street
Blackburn Victoria 3130 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of
their application for an assessment certificate for Red Dye 2. The notified chemical is
intended to be used as a dye in printing equipment. The notified chemical is imported
from overseas as a component of printer ink in a sealed cartridge. The inks will
contain <5% notified chemical. The cartridges will be transported and stored prior to
national distribution where they will be used in office or home printing equipment.
The cartridges will be installed/replaced either by office workers, service technicians
or consumers. Less than 1 tonne of the notified chemical will be imported per annum
for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
The notified chemical was of low acute oral and dermal toxicity in rats. It was
slightly irritating to skin and severe eye irritant in rabbits. The macroscopic and
histopathological examinations revealed pathological lesions indicative of skin
sensitisation in all treated animals in an adjuvant study in guinea pigs.
The notified chemical was mutagenic in bacteria and clastogenic in in vitro
chromosomal aberration assay using chinese hamster ovary cells. However, it was
not clastogenic in in vivo mouse bone marrow micronucleus test in the absence and
presence of metabolic activation.
In a 28-day oral repeat dose toxicity study in rats, staining of the tail were observed
in the mid and high dose groups and in two females in low dose groups. The No
Observed Adverse Effect Level (NOAEL) was established as 500 mg/kg bw/day (the
highest dose tested) in this study.
On the basis of the data supplied, the notified chemical would be classified as a
hazardous substance according to the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances (NOHSC, 1999) and warrants the risk phrases: R41 ?Risk of
serious damage to eyes and R43 ?May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
As a comparison only, the classification of the notified chemical using the Globally
Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is
presented below. This system is not mandated in Australia and carries no legal status
but is presented for information purposes.
Eye irritant Category 1
Symbol: Corrosive
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statement: Causes severe eye damage
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Skin sensitiser Category 1
Symbol: Exclamation Mark
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statement: May cause allergic skin reaction
Chronic hazards to the aquatic environment Category III
Symbol: No symbol used
Signal word: No signal word
Hazard statement: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as a component of
printing inks.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to
the environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
No special precautions are required for the notified chemical when used at low
quantities as a component of ink cartridges for printers. However, in the interests of
good occupational health and safety, the following guidelines and precautions should
be observed for use of printing inks containing the notified chemical:
?Avoid contact with skin.
?Printers should be located in well-ventilated areas.
?Service personnel should wear cotton or disposable gloves when replenishing
spent ink cartridges and servicing printers.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
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Environment
? Do not allow material or contaminated packaging to enter drains, sewers or
water courses.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of in landfill or be destroyed
through incineration.
Emergency procedures
?Spills/release of the notified chemical should be handled by collecting the
cartridge intact and landfilled. Contain the spill and absorb with sawdust, sand
or earth. Place used absorbent in suitable sealed containers and follow state or
local regulation for the disposal of the waste.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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5 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Substance HPA16B
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/394
Orica Australia Pty Ltd of 1 Nicholson Street, Melbourne, Vic 3000 has submitted a
synthetic polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their
application for an assessment certificate for Substance HPA16B. The notified
polymer is intended to be used in plastics masterbatch and solvent based architectural
paints. Up to ten tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for the
first year, and up to 30 tonnes in years 2-5.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Environmental Assessment
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise
occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Local exhaust ventilation
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer:
- Avoid spills during handling
- Wear personal protective equipment when cleaning up spills
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is
used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Overalls, gloves, safety shoes/boots, and safety goggles
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill in accordance with the
methods described in the Material Safety Data Sheet, including by licensed
waste contractor and in accordance with local jurisdiction waste management
guidance.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be handled by containing and
absorbing with sand and soil. The waste can then be collected and sealed in
appropriately labelled drums for disposal.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet
the PLC criteria.
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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SPRC-30Be4
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/395
Ricoh Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 30 000 593 171) of 8 Rodborough Rd, Frenchs Forest,
NSW, 2086 and Lanier Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 39 001 568 958) of 854 Lorimer St,
Port Melbourne, Victoria, 3207 have submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern
(PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment
certificate for Polymer in SPRC-30Be4. The notified polymer is intended to be used
as a component of photocopier toners. It will only be imported in ready to use
cartridges. Less than 50 tonnes of the notified chemical will be imported per annum
for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified polymer is not classified as hazardous under
the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used as a photocopier toner.
Environment Assessment
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective
equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however,
these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? Service personnel and office staff should wear cotton or disposable gloves and
ensure adequate ventilation is present when removing spent cartridges
containing the notified polymer and during routine maintenance and repairs.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Disposal
? Wastes containing the notified polymer should be sent to landfill for disposal
in accordance with local jurisdiction waste management guidance.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be handled by sweeping,
shovelling, or vacuum and placement into a sealed container for disposal.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the
PLC criteria.
or
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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Polymer in SPRC-10Be
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/396
Ricoh Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 30 000 593 171) of 8 Rodborough Rd, Frenchs Forest,
NSW, 2086 and Lanier Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 39 001 568 958) of 854 Lorimer St,
Port Melbourne, Victoria, 3207 have submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern
(PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment
certificate for Polymer in SPRC-10Be. The notified polymer is intended to be used as
a component of photocopier toners. It will only be imported in ready to use cartridges.
Less than 50 tonnes of the notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of
the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified polymer is not classified as hazardous under
the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used as a photocopier toner.
Environment Assessment
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective
equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however,
these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? Service personnel and office staff should wear cotton or disposable gloves and
ensure adequate ventilation is present when removing spent cartridges
containing the notified polymer and during routine maintenance and repairs.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Disposal
? Wastes containing the notified polymer should be sent to landfill for disposal
in accordance with local jurisdiction waste management guidance.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be handled by sweeping,
shovelling, or vacuum and placement into a sealed container for disposal.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the
PLC criteria.
or
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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8 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Polymer in QRXP-1657 PMN
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/397
Rohm and Haas Australia Pty Ltd of 4th Floor, 969 Burke Road, Camberwell, VIC
3124 has submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement
in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in QRXP-
1657 PMN. The notified polymer is intended to use as a rheology modifier for
aqueous house paints. Less than 10 tonnes of the notified chemical will be imported
per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Environmental Assessment
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Low Concern to public health based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective
equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however,
these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
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Environment
Disposal
? Wastes generated during industrial application should be disposed of through a
licensed waste contractor.
Storage
? On site facilities should be designed for storage of the dispersion polymer
within the temperature requirement of 1 to 49oC with bunding for spill
containment and control of ignition sources.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be contained as described in the
MSDS (ie. collect spilled material with an inert absorbent) and the resulting
waste disposed of by an authorised landfill authority.
Transport and Packaging
? The polymer itself is not a dangerous good. However, the final formulated
goods shall be transported and stored according to the statutory requirements
applying to Class 3, Dangerous goods.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the
PLC criteria.
or
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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9 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Polymer in Amberlite SR1L Na
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/401
Rohm and Haas Australia Pty Ltd of 4th Floor, 969 Burke Road, Camberwell, VIC
3124 has submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement
in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Amberlite
SR1L Na. The notified polymer is intended to be use to demineralise feed water in
industrial application. Three to ten tonnes of notified polymer will be imported in the
first year, rising to 10-30 tonnes per year after year 5.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Environmental Assessment
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise
occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Local exhaust ventilation
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer:
- Avoid spills during handling
- Wear personal protective equipment when cleaning up spills
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is
used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Overalls, gloves, safety shoes/boots, and safety goggles/glasses.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from
Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as
hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control
procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous
substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be contained, manually collected
and stored in a labelled, sealable container ready for disposal.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing
within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet
the PLC criteria.
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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10 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORT
NICNAS publishes a Full Public Report for each new chemical assessed. These
reports are available for public inspection at the library of the National Occupational
Health & Safety Commission at their Canberra office by appointment only. Please
call the library on (02) 6279 1161 or (02) 6279 1163 to arrange to view the Full
Public Report.
Reports can also be viewed and downloaded free of charge from our website at
www.nicnas.gov.au. Copies of these reports may also be requested, free of charge, by
contacting the Administration Section of NICNAS by phone: (02) 8577 8815 or fax:
(02) 8577 8888.
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11 LOW VOLUME CATEGORY PERMITS
The permits listed in Table 2 were issued to import or manufacture the following
chemicals under section 21U of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and
Assessment) Act 1989. Low Volume Category Permits are approved for 36 months.
Table 1
Low Volume Category Permits
PERMIT COMPANY COMPANY CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS USE DATE
NUMBER NAME POSTCODE TRADE NAME SUBSTANCE
572 Amway 2154 Merquat 2001 No Cosmetic 29.09.03
of
Australia
573 Firmenich 2093 Aldolone Yes Cosmetic 17.10.03
Ltd
574 Nuplex 2147 Component of No Domestic 17.10.03
Industries Liquitint
(Aust) Pty Yellow LP
Ltd
575 Firmenich 2093 Centifolether No Cosmetic 17.10.03
Ltd
576 Firmenich 2093 Cyclopentol No Cosmetic 16.10.03
Ltd
577 Firmenich 2093 Jasmonitrile No Cosmetic 16.10.03
Ltd
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12 EARLY INTRODUCTION PERMITS FOR NON-HAZARDOUS
INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS
The permits listed in Table 3 were issued to import or manufacture the following
chemicals prior to the issue of their respective assessment certificates under section
30A of the Act.
Table 2
Early Introduction Permits
PERMIT COMPANY CHEMICAL OR USE
NUMBER NAME TRADE NAME
281 Eastman Polymer in LV-230 Component of an undercoat for
Chemical steel cans
Limited
284 General Resin Components of Plastics
Electric LEXAN SLX grades
Plastics
(Aust) Pty Ltd
285 Croda Polymer in Fixate G-100 Hair fixative in non-aerosol styling
Singapore Pty products
Ltd
286 Eastman Polymer in Sokrat 1691 Component of a coating for textiles
Chemical
Limited
287 Eastman Polymer in Sokrat 942 Component of a coating for textiles
Chemical Ltd
288 Dow Magnum* 8391 ABS Structural thermoplastic
Chemical Resin
Aust Pty Ltd
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13 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE YEARS
AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES
Notice is given in accordance with section 14(1) of the Industrial Chemicals
(Notification and Assessment) Act 1989, that the following chemicals have been added
to the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances.
Table 3
Chemicals Eligible for Listing on the Australian Inventory of Chemical
Substances
CHEMICAL NAME CAS MOLECULAR
NUMBER FORMULA
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with 29299-77-2 (C5H8O2.C5H8O2.C4H6O2
.C3H7N)x
ethyl 2-propenoate, 2-methylaziridine and
methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
(C3H6.C2H4.CO)x
1-Propene, polymer with carbon monoxide 88995-51-1
and ethene
Beta.-D-glucopyranoside, ethyl, 6-(9- 137941-49-2 C26H48O7
octadecenoate), (Z)-
(C9H10.C8H8.C5H8O2.C3
68650-88-4
2-Propenoic acid, polymer with
H4O2)x
ethenylbenzene, ethyl 2-propenoate and (1-
methylethenyl)benzene
100934-04-1 [(C2H4O)n C5H8O2 .
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with
methyl 2- methyl-2-propenoate and .alpha.- C5H8O2 . C4H6O2]x
(2-methyl-1-oxo-2-propenyl)-
.omega.methoxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)
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14 NOTICE OF AMENDMENTS TO THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF
CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
Notice is given in accordance with section 20 of the Industrial Chemicals
(Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act) that the following amendment have
been made to the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
The following chemical has been added to AICS.
Table 4 Amendment to AICS
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER MOLECULAR
FORMULA
Alcohols, C6-10, ethoxylated propoxylated 68987-81-5 Unspecified
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15 CALL FOR INFORMATION ON SENSITISER CHEMICALS
NICNAS has been commissioned by the National Occupational Health and Safety
Commission (NOHSC) to conduct an assessment of certain chemicals with clinical
reports of occupational sensitisation.
The assessment will determine whether data for these chemicals are sufficient to meet
the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances for skin
sensitisation and on this basis whether the chemicals should be listed as hazardous
substances with the risk phrase R43.
Presently, there are a number of chemicals reported by the Occupational Dermatology
Research and Education Centre (ODREC) as common allergens in ODREC clinics
that are not classified as sensitisers in the NOHSC List of Designated Hazardous
Substances. Following an initial screening to exclude mixtures and non-industrial
chemicals, NICNAS has determined that a detailed call for information and
assessment are warranted for 20 individual chemicals that appear to have a clinical
history of occupational dermal sensitisation.
NICNAS is seeking unpublished sensitisation toxicity data and information on any
adverse incidents regarding sensitisation by skin contact associated with the following
chemicals:
Common Name AICS Chemical Name CAS
Glyceryl monothioglycolate Acetic acid, mercapto-, monoester 30618-84-9
(GMTG) with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Coconut diethanolamide (Coco. Amides, coco, N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl) 68603-42-9
DEA)
Cobalt chloride Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate 7791-13-1
Germall II (Diazolidinylurea) Urea, N-[1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5- 78491-02-8
dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl]-N,N'-
bis(hydroxymethyl)-
4080-31-3
Dowicil 200 (Quaternium 15) 3,5,7-Triaza-1-
azoniatricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]decane, 1-
(3-chloro-2-propenyl)-, chloride
39236-46-9
Germall 115 (Imidazolidinylurea) Urea, N,N''-methylenebis[N'-[3-
(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-
imidazolidinyl]-
Wool alcohols (lanolin) Alcohols, lanolin 8027-33-6
Cl+Me-isothiazolinone (Kathon 3(2H)-Isothiazolone, 2- 21277-94-1
CG) (chloromethyl)-
2-Nitro-4-phenylenediamine 1,4-Benzenediamine, 2-nitro- 5307-14-2
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N-Cyclohexylbenzothiazyl 1,4-Benzenediamine, N,N'-bis(1,4- 3081-14-9
sulphenamide dimethylpentyl)-
Zinc dimethyldithiocarbamate Zinc, bis(dimethylcarbamodithioato- 137-30-4
(Ziram) S,S')-, (T-4)-
Amerchol Alcohols, lanolin 8027-33-6
Basic Red 46 C.I. Basic Red 46 12221-69-1
Benzalkonium chloride Quaternary ammonium compounds, 8001-54-5
alkylbenzyldimethyl, chlorides
Phenol formaldehyde resin (P-F-R- Phenol, polymer with formaldehyde 9003-35-4
2)
Toluenesulfonamide formaldehyde Benzenesulfonamide, 4-methyl-, 25035-71-6
resin polymer with formaldehyde
4-tert-Butylphenol formaldehyde Formaldehyde, polymer with 4-(1,1- 25085-50-1
resin (PTBP) dimethylethyl)phenol
514-10-3
Abietic acid 1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid,
1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-
1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-,
[1R-(1a,4ab,4ba,10aa)]-
Sodium metabisulfite Disulfurous acid, disodium salt 7681-57-4
Triethyleneglycol dimethacrylate 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,2- 109-16-0
ethanediylbis(oxy-2,1-ethanediyl)
ester
Only skin sensitisation data are sought for these chemicals for assessment against the
NOHSC Approved Criteria for this single endpoint.
Data should be submitted by 5 December 2003 to Dr Graham Harvey tel: (02) 8577
8851, fax: (02) 8577 8888, or email: graham.harvey@nicnas.gov.au. from whom
further information can also be obtained.
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16 INFORMATION GATHERING ON ESSENTIAL USES OF
PERFLUOROOCTANE SULFONATE (PFOS) AND ITS DERIVATIVES
NICNAS recently recommended that the use of the chemical perfluorooctane
sulfonate (PFOS) be restricted to only essential uses in Australia for which no suitable
and less hazardous alternatives are available (such as certain Class B fire fighting
foams).
The reasons for this recommendation and for Australian data collected by NICNAS to
date about uses of PFOS in Australia are described in a PFOS Alert No. 2 which can
be accessed at: http://www.nicnas.gov.au/publications/pdf/Alert_2_PFOS.pdf
Further information about essential uses of PFOS is sought prior to
consideration of any regulatory action.
PFOS has been the subject of an international environmental and human health hazard
assessment by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
(OECD). The OECD hazard assessment released in November 2002 concludes that
PFOS is persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic to mammals. A copy of this report is
available at: http://www.oecd.org/dataoecd/23/18/2382880.pdf NICNAS is
continuing to participate in the OECD activities related to PFOS.
To assist in identifying essential uses of PFOS based chemicals and products in
Australia, NICNAS is encouraging manufacturers, importers, and users of PFOS
and its derivatives, or products containing these chemicals, to come forward and
provide information on such uses.
The possible applications of PFOS include:
Class B fire fighting foams
?br>
soil and stain coatings for fabrics, leather, paper and carpets
?br>
coatings for oil and grease resistance on paper packaging
?br>
mist suppressants in acid baths
?br>
electroplating and etching bath surfactants
?br>
rubber processing agents, e.g., as a mold-release agent
?br>
components in the production of paints and coatings
?br>
components in inks to aid printing on difficult surfaces, e.g., digital
?br>
imaging films, paper and printing plates, or as a surfactant in mixtures to
process imaging films
anti-reflective coatings
?br>
constituents in photomicrolithography processes to produce
?br>
semiconductors or similar components of electronic or other miniaturised
devices
surfactants in other specialty applications, e.g., mining and oil surfactants
?br>
and
adhesives to bond timber for use in the building and construction industry.
?br>
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This list is not exhaustive but indicates possible uses. There may be, however, other
specialty PFOS applications that your organisation is aware and which you believe is an
essential use.
In accordance with section 50 of the Act, the information may be accompanied by an
application that some or all of the information provided be treated as exempt
information. Application forms are available on the NICNAS web site at:
www.nicnas.gov.au or may be obtained from Dr Jane Weder, Project Officer, on (02)
8577 8895 or email jane.weder@nicnas.gov.au.
Importers, manufacturers and users who believe that they have relevant information
should contact Dr Jane Weder on (02) 8577 8895 by Friday 21 November 2003. To
assist you in responding to this call for information about essential PFOS uses, please
find attached a response form (Attachment A).
If you would like further information or wish to discuss any aspect of this activity, please
contact either Dr Jane Weder 02 8577 8895 (or email: jane.weder@nicnas.gov.au) or Dr
Sneha Satya, on 02 8577 8880 (or email: sneha.satya@nicnas.gov.au).
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Table 1: Essential uses of perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) based chemicals and products in
Australia
Do you use PFOS based chemicals or products? YES/NO
?br>
Are any of these uses essential uses for which no suitable and less hazardous alternatives are available? YES/NO
?br>
Are you aware of other essential uses of PFOS that NICNAS should be aware of? YES/NO
?br>
Please fill in the table below for each use.
?br>
Product Name Product Use Essential use Additional comments
(if relevant)
Yes/No
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Contact Details
Company:
Address:
Name & position of person
completing the survey:
Phone & email contact:
Signature: Date:
Please send the completed form to:
Jane Weder
Existing Chemicals
NICNAS
GPO Box 58
SYDNEY NSW 2001
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17 DECLARATION TO AMEND THE CHRYSOTILE EXPOSURE
STANDARD IN THE ADOPTED NATIONAL EXPOSURE STANDARDS FOR
ATMOSPHERIC CONTAMINANTS IN THE OCCUPATIONAL
ENVIRONMENT [NOHSC: 1003(1995)]
Under Section 38 of the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission Act
1985 (Commonwealth), the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission
(NOHSC) declared an amendment to the chrysotoile exposure standard in the Adopted
National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational
Environment [NOHSC: 1003(1995)].
TITLE
This amendment may be cited as an amendment to the Adopted National Exposure
Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment (Source D
Update) 2003.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this amendment is to update the National Exposure Standard
maintained by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission by replacing
the existing standard for chrysotile asbestos.
In preparation for declaring the amendment to the chrysotile exposure standard from 1
f/mL (fibre per millilitre of air), public comment was sought, and supported by
documentation from the NICNAS Priority Existing Chemical (PEC) report on
chrysotile. After reviewing the public comment, in consultation with industry, unions
and the jurisdictions, it was agreed to amend the exposure standard from 1 f/mL to 0.1
f/mL (TWA8: time weighted average, 8 hours).
NOHSC has, after considering public representations, declared an amendment to the
chrysotile exposure standard in the Adopted National Exposure Standards for
Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC: 1003(1995)].
HOW COPIES CAN BE OBTAINED
Copies of the Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants
in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC: 1003 (1995)] may be obtained from the
National Occupational Health and Safety Commission's website at
www.nohsc.gov.au
Drew Wagner
Executive Manager
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18 COMMENT ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL
WORKPLACE EXPOSURE STANDARDS
The National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) invites public
comment on the proposed amendments to the following National Exposure Standards
for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment:
2-Butoxyethanol
1,4-Dioxane
2,2-Dichloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane (HCFC-123)
Trichloroethylene
Ortho-Dichlorobenzene (o-DCB)
Ammonium, Potassium and Sodium Persulfate
Exposure standards are guides to the safe use of chemicals in the workplace. The
proposed standards give details on the acceptable concentration of substances in the
worker's breathing zone, to limit the risk of adverse health effects.
A Public Discussion paper providing a description of the process used to develop the
proposed amendments, details of how to provide your comment, draft documentation
to support the proposed amendments and a Preliminary Regulation Impact Statement
is available free of charge from the NOHSC website at:
http://www.nohsc.gov.au/OHSInformation/Databases/ExposureStandards/expsearch.asp
Alternatively, if you wish to have a downloaded copy sent to you, place your request
by:
? telephone to Freecall 1800 552 448 follow the prompts when the call is
answered; or
? fax (02) 6279 1150 ?mark your fax `Proposed amendments to national
exposure standards, Attention: Chemicals Framework Team' and include your
name and postal address; or
? email to esrequest@nohsc.gov.au - title your email `Proposed amendments to
national exposure standards' and include your name and postal address.
NOHSC will review the proposed amendments in light of public comment received
and make final recommendations in mid 2004. Following declaration by NOHSC,
final exposure standards are considered for adoption by Commonwealth, State and
Territory Governments in workplace hazardous substances legislation.
Public comment closes on 13 February 2004.
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