Webinar Overview
On the 08 July, the European Commission issued a Press Release presenting an Action Plan for the Chemicals Industry to address key challenges within the chemical sector. The Action Plan was published with an accompanying Omnibus on chemicals purposed to simplify and streamline key EU chemicals legislation.
The Omnibus includes legislation to revert some of the changes ‘legislated’ for by Regulation EU No 2024/2865, including contentious label formatting rules, provisions on advertisements and distance sales, obligations laying down the six months deadlines for the label updates, and rules on the labelling of fuel pumps. Other changes were also made, and some provisions remain unchanged.
Louise Witter, the Chair of CHCS has prepared a pre-recorded video detailing the current state of play with the EU CLP Regulation, following publication of the Omnibus. Registrants should view the video and submit any questions to be posed to the Panel to enquiries@chcs.org.uk. It will be possible for additional questions to be asked via the ‘Chat function’ during the online event, providing there is time.
Recording
Once registered, you will receive a pre-recording of the video narrated by the CHCS Chair, Louise Witter, who will explain the latest developments. Participants should watch the pre-recorded presentation before the live session and pose any questions/comments relevant to the recording.
You are encouraged to submit questions ahead of the event to enquiries@chcs.org.uk.
Webinar recording by Louise Witter BSc (hons), LLB
Louise Witter, BSc (Hons), LL.B, is proudly steering the ship as the Chair of the Chemical Hazards Communication Society (CHCS) from ‘bonnie’ Scotland. A seasoned consultant for her own business, CLP LTD, where she has guided clients on all things, labelling, and safety data sheets for more than 20 years. Louise works with a range of industry organisations, including presenting at conferences across the world and regularly training for the Chemical Business Association
Louise's journey started with a marine and environmental biology degree from St Andrews University, followed by a law degree from Aberdeen University. Combining her studies and experience, Louise takes a unique approach to her consultancy work, starting at the beginning and getting to the root of what customers want to achieve, rather than delivering an out of the box solution. Louise is renowned internationally as a consultant providing opinions on chemical legislation compliance and regulatory liaison.
The Panel
Caroline Raine
Caroline Raine runs Caroline Raine Chemical Consultancy Limited. Caroline is a chemical legislation expert, with experience of interpreting and implementing legislation relating to hazardous chemicals. The knowledge Caroline has of legislation is wide ranging, covering both supply and transport legislation. Caroline is the Chair of the CHCS Member Services Committee and sits on the CHCS Council.
Gill Pagliuca
Gill Pagliuca is a highly respected leader with over 30 years of experience in chemical regulation. As the former chair of the UK Chemical Hazards Communication Society (CHCS), she remains a key figure in the field, actively contributing to regulatory discussions and initiatives. Gill joined Ricardo last year as the Regulatory Products Knowledge Leader in the Chemical Risk Team, where she brings deep expertise in REACH, Classification & Labelling, and the safe transport of hazardous materials across Europe, the UK, and globally.
Kathryn Tearle
Kathryn Tearle is a Regulatory Affairs Manager at the British Coatings Federation and Vice Chair of the CHCS. Kathryn has extensive knowledge of REACH, CLP and Dangerous Goods Regulations having worked in Emergency Response and as a consultant prior to joining the BCF. Kathryn is a qualified DGSA. At the BCF, Kathryn leads on EU and GB CLP, Supply Chain Communication and SDS, Transport and Dangerous Goods Regulations and anti-fouling coatings and biocides.
Elaine Campling
Elaine Campling is a CHCS Council member, Caretaker Chair of the Training Panel and Technical Officer. In the role of Technical Officer, Elaine is responsible for preparing newsletters, technical content on the CHCS website, and representing CHCS as an Accredited Stakeholder Organisation on UK-REACH. Elaine worked within the chemical industry for many years, as a Regulatory Manager for a multinational corporation and now runs her own regulatory compliance business. She has a first-class environmental science degree with honours and chemistry, NEBOSH certification, as well as British Occupational Hygiene Society qualifications and Dangerous Goods Certifications. Elaine is a qualified Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor, trained auditor and holds a Professional Certificate in Management.
Who Should Attend?
Everyone affected by compliance with EU CLP, e.g. classifiers, labellers, distributors in scope of PCN, etc.
Registration
The webinar is free of charge for members of CHCS: please click on the REGISTER button on this web page.
You will receive an email confirmation with a link to the pre-recorded video, followed by an email from GoToWebinar explaining how to join the event on the day.
We are also pleased to offer the webinar free-of-charge to members of BADGP and SCHC (click on the links to see how to register).
If you are interested in attending, but not a member of these organisations, you can JOIN CHCS and then register, free-of-charge. Further webinars on a variety of topics are also being planned.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please email: enquiries@chcs.org.uk.
Your Attention Is Drawn To These Conditions
CHCS reserves the right to alter or cancel the programme due to circumstances beyond our control.
Members Of BADGP & SCHC
CHCS is delighted to have arrangements with:
Members of both organisations can attend CHCS events at CHCS member-only rates and vice versa. If you are a member of either organisation and wish to attend this course, please visit the Partners page of our website and follow the links to the web page of the organisation to see how to register.
Your Attention Is Drawn To These Conditions
CHCS reserves the right to alter or cancel the programme due to circumstances beyond our control.
