International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences
Vol 15, No 2: June 2026

An integrated EHS-based risk assessment framework for hazardous substance storage: regulatory gap analysis in Thailand

Hengheng Jarunongkran (Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon)
Therdpong Daengsi (Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study examines hazardous substance storage risk assessment within the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) framework, focusing on Thailand’s regulatory context. Using a systematic review and comparative regulatory analysis, the research evaluates existing risk assessment methodologies and identifies structural and implementation gaps in current practices. The findings reveal deficiencies in the integration of toxicological data with legal requirements, fragmented regulatory enforcement, limited standardization, and insufficient practical tools for workplace application. A comparative assessment of international frameworks, including European Union Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (EU REACH), United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (US OSHA), and Japan’s Chemical Substances Control Law (CSCL), highlights best practices in proactive risk management and transparency. Based on these insights, the study proposes an integrated EHS-based risk assessment framework that aligns Department of Industrial Works (DIW) regulations with international standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and globally harmonized system (GHS). The proposed model supports proactive risk identification, regulatory coherence, and improved stakeholder awareness, contributing to enhanced chemical safety governance and ASEAN harmonization.

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IJAAS

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Earth & Planetary Sciences Environmental Science Materials Science & Nanotechnology Mathematics Physics

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International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences (IJAAS) is a peer-reviewed and open access journal dedicated to publish significant research findings in the field of applied and theoretical sciences. The journal is designed to serve researchers, developers, professionals, graduate students and ...