Course description
The training course 'ZDHC Chemical Management System Technical Industry Guide’ (ZDHC CMS TIG) is designed to further develop understanding of the CMS TIG Framework. It also provides practical guidance for the implementation of CMS TIG minimum requirements and best practices.
The course is aimed at relevant personnel within suppliers’ organisations, as well as the auditors evaluating facilities for their CMS implementation.
The ZDHC CMS TIG training and guide focus on harmonising requirements across Brands and Suppliers in the implementation of sustainable chemical management. The ZDHC CMS Technical Industry Guide (CMS TIG) provides the basis for this. Whether they are a tannery, dye-house, mill, printer, footwear assembly unit, or other kind of facility, Suppliers can tailor and implement their plans to meet the harmonised expectations.
The following topics are part of the ZDHC CMS TIG training curriculum:
- Start of the CMS Journey - Preparation and Planning
- Build Up through Action - Implementation
- Monitor and Accelarate - Review and Update
Learning objectives
Having followed this training, you will have learned how to:
Create a policy document that outlines the commitment (statement) of the Supplier’s leadership and includes procedures and practices adopted for purchasing, transparency and traceability of chemicals used;
Transform that policy into strategy as part of implementing a chemical management system;
Conduct assessments of a supplier's regulatory compliance, chemical hazard and risk, supply chain partners’ capabilities and safer alternatives;
Implement health & safety actions for chemical exposure control, PPE and emergency response procedures for all staff;
Manage a Chemical Inventory List (CIL) and SDS to make informed purchasing decisions, promote responsible chemical use, increase traceability, simplify chemical handling decisions, and control disposal costs;
Ensure safe Storage and Handling procedures for chemicals purchased;
Use tools to manage Output with respect to wastewater, sludge, air and solid waste outputs. This will reduce pollution and support Process Control to ensure proper implementation of a CMS through holding and controlling records and documents, incidence management, general maintenance and housekeeping.
work on Continuous Improvement practices such as conducting a CMS review, internal or external audits and improvements in identified areas, including onsite training.
Please note: certificates for ZDHC Introduction to Chemical Management and ZDHC Top 10 Best Practices will serve as an indication for your prior gained knowledge of chemical management.
For course registration or enquiry, please contact Ms. Qurat Ul Ain/ Ms Samreen Sheikh for assistance
Email: Qurat.UlAin@sgs.com/ Samreen.sheikh@sgs.com
Phone: +92-21-111-222-747 Ext 204 / 92 320 4497508
Please note that SGS reserves the right to cancel the proposed training course up to 5 working days before the scheduled training date if a minimum number of 8 participants cannot be met. In the event of cancellation, SGS will endeavor to offer the same training course to you at an nearby location on an alternative date.