The ChemSM-Hub project in the light of a new paradigm for chemical safety management

The work is aimed to present and promote the Chemical Safety Management Training Hub for Chemicals Users (ChemSM-Hub) project implemented by the Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine in cooperation with the Lodz University of Technology, Poland, and other partners from Germany (Oekopol GmbH), Gre...

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Published in:	International journal of occupational medicine and environmental health 2020-04, Vol.33 (3), p.247-261
Main Authors:	Pakulska, Daria, Czerczak, Sławomir, Michalak, Ewa
Format:	Article
Language:	eng
Subjects:	Applications programs Chemical industry Chemical Industry - education Chemical Safety - legislation & jurisprudence Chemical Safety - methods chemical safety management Consortia Curricula Distance learning Distributors downstream users e-learning platform Education, Distance erasmus+ program Europe Laws, regulations and rules Learning Legislation Literature reviews Management training Mobile Applications Mobile computing Modules Monitoring Online instruction Physical training Regulation Safety and security measures Safety management Safety Management - legislation & jurisprudence Safety Management - methods Safety regulations Small & medium sized enterprises-SME State-of-the-art reviews Supply chains Target groups Technical institutes Training training program Websites Wholesale trade
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Summary:	The work is aimed to present and promote the Chemical Safety Management Training Hub for Chemicals Users (ChemSM-Hub) project implemented by the Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine in cooperation with the Lodz University of Technology, Poland, and other partners from Germany (Oekopol GmbH), Greece (Prolipsis) and Romania (Romtens). The project is co-funded by the European Commission under the Erasmus+ program, whose aim is to support downstream users (DUs) and distributors (Ds) of chemicals in complying with the REACH and CLP Regulations by developing an innovative training program in chemical safety management (CSM), available via the online project platform, adapted to the real needs of the target groups. The methodology for implementing the ChemSM-Hub project includes: 1) conducting survey research among the target groups, 2) conducting a state-of-the-art review of literature and websites, 3) developing the Dissemination and Promotion Plan, 4) developing the Monitoring and Evaluation Procedure, 5) developing the CSM training curriculum, 6) designing the project e-learning platform and mobile app, 7) developing the "Training pattern for trainers" guidance, and 8) organizing training events. The project is being implemented in response to the changing EU legislation on chemicals. As a result of the project, a CSM training program has been established consisting of 3 modules (introductory, basic and advanced) with varying degrees of complexity. In addition, a pocket guide has been developed that contains basic information for DUs and Ds regarding the REACH and CLP Regulations, as well as the "Training pattern for trainers" guidance containing a CSM training session plan for trainers. All these materials will be available via the project platform, and their selected elements also via a mobile app. The publication is aimed to familiarize the potential users of the ChemSM-Hub training program with its thematic scope, the structure of the training and the expected results. It is also a way to promote online training adapted to the needs of its target groups. Int J Occup Med Environ Health. 2020;33(3):247-61.
ISSN:	1232-1087 1896-494X