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Chemicals
- If we have a Chemical Management System (CMS) at an organizational level, can we extend that documentation to all facilities or does each facility need its own version?
- Is sewing machine lubricating oil a chemical in production or in operation?
- What is the difference between 'Empty chemical drums and containers (without proper cleaning)' and 'Empty containers (cleaning, sanitizing, pesticides, etc.)'?
Bluesign
- Are Bluesign "grey" rated chemicals considered as preferred/positive chemicals?
- Can the Bluesign BSSL or other industry chemical lists be considered an MRSL?
If we have a Chemical Management System (CMS) at an organizational level, can we extend that documentation to all facilities or does each facility need its own version?
Master CMS documentation can be used for all the facilities, but facility specific documentation and management team employees responsible for chemical management should be available during verification at any of the main or sub-facilities.
This is similar to multiple facilities being certified under an EMS (ISO 14001) certification.
Is sewing machine lubricating oil a chemical in production or in operation?
Sewing machine lubrication oil (such as white petroleum oil), would be considered as chemicals used in operation, as the chemical (oil) does not touch the product.
In some circumstances, if the oil is applied on the thread and ends up in the product, then it would be a chemical used in production.
What is the difference between 'Empty chemical drums and containers (without proper cleaning)' and 'Empty containers (cleaning, sanitizing, pesticides, etc.)'?
Empty chemical containers without cleaning are relevant to facilities that use industrial chemicals and return the chemical containers to their suppliers or authorized disposal facilities.
Empty containers (cleaning, sanitizing, pesticides, etc.), are relevant to facilities that may not use these containers in production but in facility operations, where they do not wash or clean the containers but dispose of them as is (which is not recommended).
Are Bluesign "grey" rated chemicals considered as preferred/positive chemicals?
Yes. Please note that both bluesign Blue and Grey rated chemicals are considered preferred chemicals and can be part of positive chemistry lists.
Can the Bluesign BSSL or other industry chemical lists be considered an MRSL?
If the list follows the principles of an MRSL and lists chemicals that are prohibited/banned from use in production, and this ban is based on specific environmental health and safety hazards, then the list would be considered an MRSL. Bluesign BSSL would be considered an MRSL.