PR Log (Press Release) –
Jan 29, 2010 – Hotel Chitra Heritage
http://hotelchitraheritageharidwar.in/
Haridwar, Uttarakhand (INDIA),
Hotel Chitra Heritage, located in the queen of holy cities, Haridwar, which is located at the bank of river Ganges and the hotel is within walking distance of some of the city's best-known attractions including Harkipauri, Mansa Devi, Shanti Kunj, Chandi Devi, Bharat Mata Mandir, Pawan Dham and many other. The hotel is 27 kilometers from the sacred city with Adventure, Rishikesh.
The elegant Chitra Heritage the grand hotel, combines the classic beauty of this holy city with all the comforts and modern facilities.It offers a diverse range of superb accommodation choices in its 21 rooms,each expressing individuality and the exceptional standard. Whether you're traveling for business, pleasure, or both, Hotel Chitra Heritage offers all the comforts of home.
Haridwar 2010 Maha Kumbh
Kumbh Mela is the largest gathering of people for a religious purpose in the world. Millions of people gather on different places for this auspicious occasion. Kumbha is a Sanskrit word for Pitcher, sometimes referred to as the Kalasha. Kumbh Mela is celebrated four times every 12 years, the site of the observance rotating between four pilgrimage places on four sacred rivers: at Haridwar on the Ganges river, at Ujjain on the Shipra, at Nasik on the Godavari, and at Allahabad on the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical river Sarasvati. according to astrologers, the 'Kumbh Fair' takes place when the planet Jupiter enters Aquarius and the Sun enters Aries. Kumbh (Kumbha means pot) Mela (means fair) is a sacred Hindu pilgrimage. It takes place at the following four locations of India: Prayag, Allahabad (Uttar Pradesh) , Haridwar(Uttarakhand) , Ujjain(Madhya Pradesh) , Nasik (Maharashtra)In 2010 the Kumbh Mela will happen in Haridwar (Uttarakhand) on the bank of River Ganges. Last time Kumbh Mela happened in Hardwar in 1999.
Dates of Kumbh Mela, Haridwar 2010
14 January 2010 (Thursday) - Makar Sankranti - First Snan
15 January 2010 (Friday) - Mauni Amavasya and Surya Grahan (Solar Eclipse) - Second Snan
20 January 2010 (Wed) - Vasant Panchami - Third Snan
30 January 2010 - (Saturday) Magh Purnima - Fourth Snan
12 to 13 February 2007 (Friday) - Mahashivratri - Pratham Shahi Snan - First Royal Bath
15 March 2010 (Monday)- Somvati Amavasya - Dvitya Shahi Snan
24 March 2010 (Wednesday)- Ram Navami - Fifth Snan
30 March 2010 (Tuesday) - Chaitra Purnima Snan: Royal Bath for six Akharas of Vaishnav and Udasi sects
14 April 2010 (Wednesday) - Amavasya of Krishna Paksh (dark fortnight) of month of Baisakh (Vaisakha or Jyeshtha) - Pramukh Shahi Snan: MAIN ROYAL BATH for six Akharas of Vaishnav and Udasi sects
28 April 2010 (Wednesday) - Vaishakha (Shakh) Purnima - Snan
Hotel Rooms and Rates
The Guest rooms are a picture of cozy inviting comfort. The rooms are spacious, the furnishing is deceptively simple a harmonious blend of variety & opulence. There are A/C rooms with different types.
Rooms in Triple Occupancy will be charged 30% extra on tariff
Taxes will be charged extra as applicable
Room Category Luxury Executive Superior
Single Sold Out 2690 3190
Double Sold Out 2890 3490
Hotel Facilities and Services
Amenities & Facilities
* 21 Rooms (14 fully furnished A/c rooms &
07 Non A/c rooms.)
* 24 hr front desk
* Car Rental
* Elevator / list not available
* Meal Plan
* Open 24 hours
* Religious Service on site
* Smoking Permitted
* Tour/sightseeing assistance
* Breakfast (extra charge)
* Laundry/valet service
* Newspapers/magazines
* Parking (free)
* Room service
* Taxi service Room Facilities
* Coffee pot
* Wictorian country
* Store fireplace
* Microwave
* Robes in Room
* Fresh Out Flowers
* Celng Fans
* Mir Dryers
* Coffee Maiar
* Air Condtuning
* Book/Video Library
* TV in Room
* Fireplaces
* Private Bath(s) ACCESSIBILITY
* 200 meter from Railway Station.
* 200 meter from Bus Stand.
* 0.500 k.m. from Harkipauri.
* 21 k.m from Rishikesh.
Contact Information
Contact Person
Mr. Raman Mankotia
Marketing, Sales & Promotion
Mandakini Hotels
501 A, Usha kiran building Azad Pur,
commercial complex New Delhi-36
Phone: 91-9999455063, 9968188670
E-mail: info@mandakinihotels.in, sales@mandakinihotels.in, mail@mandakinihotels.in Hotel Chitra Heritage
Chitra Cinema Street, Sharvan Nath Nagar,
Haridwar, (Uttarakhand)
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Friday, January 29, 2010
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Joe Rizza Ford of North Riverside Accepting Orders for the New Ford Fiesta
PR Log (Press Release) –
Jan 26, 2010 – Joe Rizza Ford of North Riverside has begun to accept applications for the new Ford Fiesta. The fuel-efficient Fiesta, already popular in Europe and Mexico, will be available in the United States in the Summer of 2010.
The Fiesta starts with an MSRP at just $13,320, but offers the quality makes Ford famous. Available in Sedan and Hatchback, this fuel-efficient model receives 40 highway miles-to-the-gallon.
To obtain the newest model in Ford’s line-up, visit Rizza Ford of North Riverside’s showroom at 2100 South Harlem Avenue in North Riverside, Ill. Or visit the virtual showroom at www.fordnr.rizzacars.com to reserve your Ford Fiesta or browse the current selection of new and pre-owned cars.
Joe Rizza Ford of North Riverside is proud to be part of the Rizzacars.com family and to serve the area of the greater North Riverside. Rizza Ford offers a wide selection of new and used vehicles and full-service parts, service and financing departments.
The Fiesta starts with an MSRP at just $13,320, but offers the quality makes Ford famous. Available in Sedan and Hatchback, this fuel-efficient model receives 40 highway miles-to-the-gallon.
To obtain the newest model in Ford’s line-up, visit Rizza Ford of North Riverside’s showroom at 2100 South Harlem Avenue in North Riverside, Ill. Or visit the virtual showroom at www.fordnr.rizzacars.com to reserve your Ford Fiesta or browse the current selection of new and pre-owned cars.
Joe Rizza Ford of North Riverside is proud to be part of the Rizzacars.com family and to serve the area of the greater North Riverside. Rizza Ford offers a wide selection of new and used vehicles and full-service parts, service and financing departments.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Baltic Business Analysis: Tallink Group (TAL1L): Analyst Update 01/21/10
PR Log (Press Release) –
Jan 25, 2010 – Content of the report:
- THE SHARE PRICE IS ADEQUATE;
- NET LOSS FOR Q1 2009/2010 TOTALED 18.6 MILLION EEK;
- DECREASE OF EXPENSES IS NOT SUFFICIENT;
- IMPROVEMENT IN DECEMBER DOES NOT MEAN FURTHER IMPROVMENT;
- NO PLACE FOR BALTIC QUEEN;
- THREAT FROM VIKING LINE;
- BBA INVESTMENT RATING;
- QUARTERLY INCOME STATEMENT (historical);
- KEY FINANCIAL RATIOS (Historical).
Summary of the report:
Author of this report expects the cargo volumes of Tallink to slightly decrease in mid-term and completely recover only in three years.
To read this report and for more information visit:
http://www.balticbusinessanalysis.com/eng/catalog?produc ...
This report provides analyst comment on company’s latest events and performance. Report contains target price, forecast on business risk (short-, mid-, and long-term) and growth possibilities (long-term) of the company, providing reader with necessary information to make decisions.
Key reasons to read this report:
- Report contains only relevant information, leaving out excessive data.
- Understand company’s opportunities, competitive situation and business risk.
- Understand which events influence company performance.
- Independent analyst comment and opinion.
- THE SHARE PRICE IS ADEQUATE;
- NET LOSS FOR Q1 2009/2010 TOTALED 18.6 MILLION EEK;
- DECREASE OF EXPENSES IS NOT SUFFICIENT;
- IMPROVEMENT IN DECEMBER DOES NOT MEAN FURTHER IMPROVMENT;
- NO PLACE FOR BALTIC QUEEN;
- THREAT FROM VIKING LINE;
- BBA INVESTMENT RATING;
- QUARTERLY INCOME STATEMENT (historical);
- KEY FINANCIAL RATIOS (Historical).
Summary of the report:
Author of this report expects the cargo volumes of Tallink to slightly decrease in mid-term and completely recover only in three years.
To read this report and for more information visit:
http://www.balticbusinessanalysis.com/eng/catalog?produc ...
This report provides analyst comment on company’s latest events and performance. Report contains target price, forecast on business risk (short-, mid-, and long-term) and growth possibilities (long-term) of the company, providing reader with necessary information to make decisions.
Key reasons to read this report:
- Report contains only relevant information, leaving out excessive data.
- Understand company’s opportunities, competitive situation and business risk.
- Understand which events influence company performance.
- Independent analyst comment and opinion.
British Mini Fair 2010
PR Log (Press Release) –
Jan 25, 2010 – Lets keep the Mini Birthday party going at British Mini Fair 2010 at the Staffordshire County Showground on January 31st 2010. What a fantastic way to start the new year with a visit to the British Mini Clubs number 1 indoor Mini Show.
With so many indoor events around at the moment Mini Fair is a without a doubt the best indoor event in the calendar. Remember British Mini Club events are organised by mini enthusiasts helping to keep the classic Mini alive.
The event is open to both Classic Mini and New MINI as always with plenty for all to do
Over 100 Trade Stands including the UK's top Mini / MINI traders, Massive Mini Jumbler, Pride of Ownership, Mini Clubs.... In fact the British Mini Club have now sold every single inch of available trade space so it is looking like a very busy event.
Mini Fair is the only indoor show that attracts all the major Mini specialists, so it's well worth the wait to get all your Mini spares under one roof.
Vantastic Display as the Mini Van hits 50 years.
The Mini Van celebrates it's 50th birthday in 2010 along with the Mini Estates. The Mini van was launched in January 1960 and Mini Estate Countryman/Traveller was launched in September 1960. A fantastic display will be on show at British Mini Fair of many unique Vans and Travellers.
Come along and help celebrate the amazing Mini that continues to grow with the announcement of the new MINI Countryman.
For full details of this very popular event please visit www.britishminiclub.co.uk
With so many indoor events around at the moment Mini Fair is a without a doubt the best indoor event in the calendar. Remember British Mini Club events are organised by mini enthusiasts helping to keep the classic Mini alive.
The event is open to both Classic Mini and New MINI as always with plenty for all to do
Over 100 Trade Stands including the UK's top Mini / MINI traders, Massive Mini Jumbler, Pride of Ownership, Mini Clubs.... In fact the British Mini Club have now sold every single inch of available trade space so it is looking like a very busy event.
Mini Fair is the only indoor show that attracts all the major Mini specialists, so it's well worth the wait to get all your Mini spares under one roof.
Vantastic Display as the Mini Van hits 50 years.
The Mini Van celebrates it's 50th birthday in 2010 along with the Mini Estates. The Mini van was launched in January 1960 and Mini Estate Countryman/Traveller was launched in September 1960. A fantastic display will be on show at British Mini Fair of many unique Vans and Travellers.
Come along and help celebrate the amazing Mini that continues to grow with the announcement of the new MINI Countryman.
For full details of this very popular event please visit www.britishminiclub.co.uk
Monday, January 11, 2010
Moving Interstate Is Often A Big Decision Followed By A Lot Of Work.
PR Log (Press Release) –
Jan 10, 2010 – Moving interstate is often a big decision followed by a lot of work. Organising to move all your worldly possessions is a daunting thing to face which is why it is important to hire removalists that are professional and whom you can trust. With such a big task in front of you where do you begin when moving interstate? Below we have compiled a checklist that will help you organise your interstate move.
Its six weeks until you move. At this stage you should start a filing system for all your moving documentation. This is also a good time to book your flights (if required) and your removalists. If you want a good removalists then book early before they’re booked out. Speak to your removalist about moving interstate as they may have some packing tips for you. Start to plan your packing. Are you going to do it yourself? Or are you going to get a professional packer to come in and do it all for you?
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Start compiling an inventory list of all your belongings. Do you need all of it? Decide on what you are keeping, what you are throwing away and what you can give away or sell. Don’t forget your furry friends. Most removalists will not take animals so be sure to make alternative arrangements. If you are moving interstate make sure you find out the legalities involved in crossing borders with animals.
This is also the time to start changing addresses and getting documentation together or transferred. Car registration, car license, car insurance, Medicare, private health funds, doctors, dentists, associations, clubs, employers, accountant, lawyer, broker, financial planner, fund manager, superannuation manager, financial institutions, Australian Taxation Officer, electoral rolls, social security, schools and more all need to be contacted to arrange cancellation or redirection before moving interstate.
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Also, start eating frozen food so that it doesn’t go to waste.
Two weeks before your interstate move you should start to do some packing, if you are packing yourself. Organise cartons and packing material and make sure you label every box and give them room identification. This will help you and your removalists. Also contact your removalist to arrange pick up and delivery, if not already done.
Get your car serviced if you are driving interstate. Begin dismantling your furniture. Arrange telephone, internet, electricity, gas and anything else you need for your new home. And lastly return any borrowed items like library books, DVD’s, neighbours belongings etc.
Its one week to the move interstate and you’re sure to be feeling frantic. Confirm cut off dates for your electricity, gas and phone companies. Cancel newspaper, milk, magazine deliveries. Confirm your pets travel arrangements, and your own if you are traveling by plane, train or bus. Drain any fuel left in your lawn mower and empty any gas cylinders/bottles as a safety precaution. Also, remove batteries from any devices that have them. Make a list of things you need and need to do on moving day so you’re organised.
In the last few days leading up to your interstate move finalise your rental agreement (if renting) with your real estate agent. Make sure you have all the necessary keys for your old home and your new home. Confirm with your removalists the time and date and make sure they know that boxes have been labeled with their corresponding room. Defrost the fridge. Do your last loads of laundry. Collect dry cleaning. Pack items that you will need immediately in your new home.
Moving day is often crazy but, stay calm by following your list and getting family and friends to help by giving them specific tasks or instructions. Pack a survival kit with things you will need for your trip. Vacuum rooms as their emptied. Collect all house keys. Make sure everything has been disconnected. Check every room and the yard for any items that may have been left behind. Leave a forwarding address and phone number. Finalise payment with your removalists. And lock the house. You are now ready to leave.
Moving interstate is a big process. It is important that you hire a removalist who is familiar with the process and will take as much care of your belongings as you would. David Jones Removals are the removalists to call if you are looking for professional, knowledgeable removalists. They are experience in local and interstate moving and can also offer you a packing service and storage facilities. Give them a call to have a chat about moving interstate and how they can help you. Ph: 1300 65 1100
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Its six weeks until you move. At this stage you should start a filing system for all your moving documentation. This is also a good time to book your flights (if required) and your removalists. If you want a good removalists then book early before they’re booked out. Speak to your removalist about moving interstate as they may have some packing tips for you. Start to plan your packing. Are you going to do it yourself? Or are you going to get a professional packer to come in and do it all for you?
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Start compiling an inventory list of all your belongings. Do you need all of it? Decide on what you are keeping, what you are throwing away and what you can give away or sell. Don’t forget your furry friends. Most removalists will not take animals so be sure to make alternative arrangements. If you are moving interstate make sure you find out the legalities involved in crossing borders with animals.
This is also the time to start changing addresses and getting documentation together or transferred. Car registration, car license, car insurance, Medicare, private health funds, doctors, dentists, associations, clubs, employers, accountant, lawyer, broker, financial planner, fund manager, superannuation manager, financial institutions, Australian Taxation Officer, electoral rolls, social security, schools and more all need to be contacted to arrange cancellation or redirection before moving interstate.
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Also, start eating frozen food so that it doesn’t go to waste.
Two weeks before your interstate move you should start to do some packing, if you are packing yourself. Organise cartons and packing material and make sure you label every box and give them room identification. This will help you and your removalists. Also contact your removalist to arrange pick up and delivery, if not already done.
Get your car serviced if you are driving interstate. Begin dismantling your furniture. Arrange telephone, internet, electricity, gas and anything else you need for your new home. And lastly return any borrowed items like library books, DVD’s, neighbours belongings etc.
Its one week to the move interstate and you’re sure to be feeling frantic. Confirm cut off dates for your electricity, gas and phone companies. Cancel newspaper, milk, magazine deliveries. Confirm your pets travel arrangements, and your own if you are traveling by plane, train or bus. Drain any fuel left in your lawn mower and empty any gas cylinders/bottles as a safety precaution. Also, remove batteries from any devices that have them. Make a list of things you need and need to do on moving day so you’re organised.
In the last few days leading up to your interstate move finalise your rental agreement (if renting) with your real estate agent. Make sure you have all the necessary keys for your old home and your new home. Confirm with your removalists the time and date and make sure they know that boxes have been labeled with their corresponding room. Defrost the fridge. Do your last loads of laundry. Collect dry cleaning. Pack items that you will need immediately in your new home.
Moving day is often crazy but, stay calm by following your list and getting family and friends to help by giving them specific tasks or instructions. Pack a survival kit with things you will need for your trip. Vacuum rooms as their emptied. Collect all house keys. Make sure everything has been disconnected. Check every room and the yard for any items that may have been left behind. Leave a forwarding address and phone number. Finalise payment with your removalists. And lock the house. You are now ready to leave.
Moving interstate is a big process. It is important that you hire a removalist who is familiar with the process and will take as much care of your belongings as you would. David Jones Removals are the removalists to call if you are looking for professional, knowledgeable removalists. They are experience in local and interstate moving and can also offer you a packing service and storage facilities. Give them a call to have a chat about moving interstate and how they can help you. Ph: 1300 65 1100
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
We Have All Experienced The Horrors Of Moving At One Stage In Our Lives.
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Jan 10, 2010 – We have all experienced the horrors of moving at one stage in our lives. We all look around and scratch our heads saying “how did I accumulate all this stuff?” We all know that that stuff is precious to us in one way or another, so it is important to find a furniture removalist that understands this and treats our “stuff” as their own. That is why David Jones Removals is a stand out when choosing a professional removalist.
No job is too big or too small for these professional furniture removalists. Whether you are moving next door, to the next suburb, to new offices or across the country they are there to help make the experience as seamless and stress free as possible.
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
They are members of the Australian Furniture Removalist Association (AFRA) which means they are backed by an accredited removalist body, which should be considered highly when choosing a furniture removalist.
David Jones Removals also provide many services besides simple furniture removing. They can help you with any or all of the following:
• Household Removals
• Corporate relocation
• Office removals
• Antique and Fine Art Removals
• Metropolitan Furniture Removals
• Country removals
• Interstate removals
• Overseas removals
• Packing and Unpacking
• The supply of removalist cartons for your own packing should you prefer to do this yourself
• Transit insurance available
• Storage in clean and secure warehouse
• Pet relocation
• Car, boat and caravan relocation
• House cleaning
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Let David Jones Removals help tailor your moving requirements. Their professionalism will be apparent from the first free, no obligation quote from a professional removal planner right through to the packers and unpackers who will take the utmost care with your belongings. For you free quote please call David Jones Removals on 1300 651 100 or fill in their online quotation form http://davidjonesremovals.com.au/OnlineQuote/index.php
No job is too big or too small for these professional furniture removalists. Whether you are moving next door, to the next suburb, to new offices or across the country they are there to help make the experience as seamless and stress free as possible.
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
They are members of the Australian Furniture Removalist Association (AFRA) which means they are backed by an accredited removalist body, which should be considered highly when choosing a furniture removalist.
David Jones Removals also provide many services besides simple furniture removing. They can help you with any or all of the following:
• Household Removals
• Corporate relocation
• Office removals
• Antique and Fine Art Removals
• Metropolitan Furniture Removals
• Country removals
• Interstate removals
• Overseas removals
• Packing and Unpacking
• The supply of removalist cartons for your own packing should you prefer to do this yourself
• Transit insurance available
• Storage in clean and secure warehouse
• Pet relocation
• Car, boat and caravan relocation
• House cleaning
http://davidjonesremovals.com.au
Let David Jones Removals help tailor your moving requirements. Their professionalism will be apparent from the first free, no obligation quote from a professional removal planner right through to the packers and unpackers who will take the utmost care with your belongings. For you free quote please call David Jones Removals on 1300 651 100 or fill in their online quotation form http://davidjonesremovals.com.au/OnlineQuote/index.php
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
The School s Shop Uk launches revamped website
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Jan 06, 2010 – on launching the new look website the schools shop at http://www.theschoolsshop.co.uk/ is offering free courier delivery on all online orders.
School Uniforms - a wide range of sweatshirts, polo shirts, tshirts, blazers,
Personalised workwear - catering to construction , hospitality to industry The Schools Shop is the online store for your business, focussing on making sure small business owners can now afford to buy staff uniforms and protective clothing at reasonable prices.
sports equipment - over 1500 sports related equipment products are on sale on the website with discounts up to 50 % on branded sports prodcuts across the site again with free delivery on all orders.
Schools, parents, sports clubs and small business will definately benefit in using The Schools Shop - WEBSITE: http://www.theschoolsshop.co.uk/
School Uniforms - a wide range of sweatshirts, polo shirts, tshirts, blazers,
Personalised workwear - catering to construction , hospitality to industry The Schools Shop is the online store for your business, focussing on making sure small business owners can now afford to buy staff uniforms and protective clothing at reasonable prices.
sports equipment - over 1500 sports related equipment products are on sale on the website with discounts up to 50 % on branded sports prodcuts across the site again with free delivery on all orders.
Schools, parents, sports clubs and small business will definately benefit in using The Schools Shop - WEBSITE: http://www.theschoolsshop.co.uk/
Monday, January 4, 2010
GHS Notice of Proposed Rulemaking By US Department of Labor
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Jan 03, 2010 – The First Step – US Department of Labor Issues GHS Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
On September 30, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the Department of Labor published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that starts the long process of introducing the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) into North America.
This Notice (Docket No. OSHA-H022K-2006-0062) proposes to modify OSHA's current Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to conform with the system for classification, labeling and safety data sheets proposed by the United Nations. The Globally Harmonized System, found in the UN's Purple Book, is an attempt to standardize hazard communication for workplace and consumer products on a worldwide basis. This will both improve enhance trade by removing significant variations in international standards, as well as improve hazard communication in parts of the world where few regulations currently exist.
OSHA plans, using this docket, to significantly amend its system of identifying hazardous workplace materials found in 29 CFR 1910.1200. The new system will include:
•Revised classification criteria for determining hazards,
•A new labeling system, that will include standardized signal words, pictograms to depict hazards, and prescribed hazard and precautionary statements,
•A revised and more specific format for material safety data sheets (to be called simply safety data sheets in the new system), and
•Modification of other safety standards, such as those for specific substances, to ensure consistency with the GHS standard.
Revising such a large document as the HCS will take a lot of work on the behalf of industry as well as government. OSHA is currently allowing ninety days for public comment from concerned parties, before starting the process leading to an eventual Final Rulemaking that will create the new system. Companies affected by the HCS need to provide as much input as possible, since there will likely be considerable fine-tuning required to make this system successful. Comments may be made to Docket No. OSHA-H022K-2006-0062 at http://www.regulations.gov.
How will this affect Canada and Mexico? Of course, as the US is the largest part of the North American trading zone, there will be considerable pressure on those governments to change their own hazard communication standards accordingly. Health Canada is currently looking at amending the WHMIS system and the Hazardous Products Act to conform to GHS, although there has been no date set yet for when these amendments will be seen. Mexico is currently also developing a GHS modification to their own chemical hazard communication laws.
To download a copy of these proposed amendments from the Federal Register, go to http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-22483.pdf. ICC will be following the progress of GHS closely – please contact us if you have questions, or would like to know how ICC The Compliance Center can help you implement GHS in your organization.
On September 30, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the Department of Labor published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that starts the long process of introducing the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) into North America.
This Notice (Docket No. OSHA-H022K-2006-0062) proposes to modify OSHA's current Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to conform with the system for classification, labeling and safety data sheets proposed by the United Nations. The Globally Harmonized System, found in the UN's Purple Book, is an attempt to standardize hazard communication for workplace and consumer products on a worldwide basis. This will both improve enhance trade by removing significant variations in international standards, as well as improve hazard communication in parts of the world where few regulations currently exist.
OSHA plans, using this docket, to significantly amend its system of identifying hazardous workplace materials found in 29 CFR 1910.1200. The new system will include:
•Revised classification criteria for determining hazards,
•A new labeling system, that will include standardized signal words, pictograms to depict hazards, and prescribed hazard and precautionary statements,
•A revised and more specific format for material safety data sheets (to be called simply safety data sheets in the new system), and
•Modification of other safety standards, such as those for specific substances, to ensure consistency with the GHS standard.
Revising such a large document as the HCS will take a lot of work on the behalf of industry as well as government. OSHA is currently allowing ninety days for public comment from concerned parties, before starting the process leading to an eventual Final Rulemaking that will create the new system. Companies affected by the HCS need to provide as much input as possible, since there will likely be considerable fine-tuning required to make this system successful. Comments may be made to Docket No. OSHA-H022K-2006-0062 at http://www.regulations.gov.
How will this affect Canada and Mexico? Of course, as the US is the largest part of the North American trading zone, there will be considerable pressure on those governments to change their own hazard communication standards accordingly. Health Canada is currently looking at amending the WHMIS system and the Hazardous Products Act to conform to GHS, although there has been no date set yet for when these amendments will be seen. Mexico is currently also developing a GHS modification to their own chemical hazard communication laws.
To download a copy of these proposed amendments from the Federal Register, go to http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-22483.pdf. ICC will be following the progress of GHS closely – please contact us if you have questions, or would like to know how ICC The Compliance Center can help you implement GHS in your organization.
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