Just the Facts....
Employers must keep these available for chemicals used in the workplace.
What is the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
I am the common location where you can find SDS for chemicals used in Decatur.
What is the Decatur Sharepoint Site?
These are the four routes of entry for chemical hazards.
What are inhalation, ingestion, absorption, and injection?
I need to do this during non-routine work involving chemicals.
What is ask questions and review the SDS?
Labeling is required on these types of containers.
What are all incoming containers and transfer containers left for more than one shift or used by more than one person?
These three observations can help in the detection of a release of chemicals.
What are puddles, odors, and stains? Released chemicals are guilty until proven innocent!!!
These three things must be on the label.
What are chemical name, hazards, and manufacturer contact information?
This section of an SDS tells you general hygiene and respiratory protection requirements.
What is Section 8, PPE?
This is the year that the GHS standard was implemented and MSDS became an SDS.
What is 2012?
This section of the SDS will list incompatible materials or chemicals.
What is Section 7, Handling and Storage?