Model solution — acquisition of chemicals

Type of item
MS information
Country
Finlande

Finnish

Description

This guide provides information about the procurement of safe chemicals. During the planning of the procurement of chemicals, both the working environment and safety considerations should be taken into account.
A good procurement policy for chemicals is the basis for ensuring safety at work. The selection of chemicals, such as raw materials, process aids, detergents, etc., must meet different requirements. They must be appropriate for the work process, cost-effective and not dangerous to workers. The procurement phase is the critical time period in chemicals safety.

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
Finnish Institute of Occupational Health — FIOH
Provider name (Original)
Työterveyslaitos
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Not applicable
Hazard - health effects
Not applicable
Exposure route
Not applicable
Substance Description

Not substance specific

Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Level 1. Substitution
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Other