Chemical Management Process

In accordance with RoHS hazardous substance control regulations and other laws, PSMC implements automated management of raw materials during the incoming inspection stage to ensure compliance with the Hazardous Substance Free (HSF) regulations. The company also strictly monitor the validity of suppliers' test reports and certificates. During the risk assessment process, PSMC identifies and evaluates the potential impact of hazardous substances on human health and the environment. The assessment results serve as an important basis for procurement, R&D, and manufacturing decisions, ensuring that products meet customer requirements and regional regulatory restrictions.

Whenever international or regional regulations are revised or new restrictions are introduced, PSMC updates the list of hazardous substances. If a violation is detected, the company convenes a cross-departmental meeting to discuss countermeasures and notifies relevant departments to look for alternative materials, ensuring compliance before the regulations take effect. To date, PSMC has not used any regulated or restricted hazardous substances, and the revenue from products using regulated hazardous substances is 0%.

If the use of regulated substances is necessary for process development, PSMC conducts an internal review to ensure that environmental, safety, and health risks are effectively controlled. The company also requires those who uses the regulated substances to assess alternative chemicals. As a result, all products undergo a 100% risk assessment in accordance with the company's regulations, ensuring that the use of chemicals poses no risk to human health or environmental safety. To date, there have been no incidents of adverse effects on operators’ health or the environment due to improper use of chemicals.

Research and Development Stage

Substance Use Assessment

  • Evaluate alternatives and reduced usage for high-risk/hazardous substances

R&D Design

  • Establish a list of chemicals used and collect safety data sheets
Fabrication Management Stage

Chemical Demand and Entry Assessment

  • The using department confirms the type of chemical needed
  • The Risk Management Dept. reviews and assesses the chemical's properties, conducting a hazard analysis based on the country's national standards

Chemical Procurement and Labeling

  • Purchase chemicals according to the company’s procurement regulations, and require suppliers to provide safety data sheets and label of GHS (Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals)

Chemical Storage, Use, and Risk Assessment

  • Ensure proper storage and labeling of chemicals, and the dissemination and usage of hazard information are well kept
[ Substance Property Assessment ]
  • Implement chemical grading management and take corresponding grading management measures (EGG-I032)
  • Check international banned or restricted substances such as RoHS, REACH SVHC, and POPs
[ Environmental, Health, and Safety Risk Assessment ]
  • Conduct regular risk assessments based on ISO 45001 hazard identification and ISO 14001 environmental considerations, and implement grading management and corresponding measures for potential risks in daily operations
[ Process Hazard Assessment ]
  • Identify, assess, and control hazards in manufacturing processes and equipment that involve hazardous materials or toxic chemicals

Chemical Disposal

  • Handle chemicals in accordance with local regulations and guidelines

Continuous Improvement

  • Regularly have third-party professional institutions conduct audits, ensuring that the management system meets international standards