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We use a lot of different chemicals at work. Is there some way of knowing more about these? ER |
Under the National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS) all new industrial chemicals (since 1990) must be notified and assessed prior to their introduction in Australia. The assessment looks at any effects of the chemical on OHS, public health and safety. Broader environmental concerns are taken into account. The assessment results in the publication of a public report, available in the Chemical Gazette. Chemicals in use prior to 1990 may be declared priority exisiting chemicals and also undergo assessment.
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