msds

Question 1

HCS

Answer 1

hazard communication standard

Question 2

SDS

Answer 2

safety data sheet

Question 3

OSHA

Answer 3

occupational safety and health administration

Question 4

GHS

Answer 4

globally harmonized system

Question 5

This section identifies the chemical on the SDS as well as the recommended uses. It also provides the essential contact information of the supplier

Answer 5

section 1: identification

Question 6

This section identifies the hazards of the chemical presented on the SDS and the appropriate warning information associated with those hazards

Answer 6

section 2: hazard identification

Question 7

This section identifies the ingredient(s) contained in the product indicated on the SDS, including impurities and stabilizing additives. This section includes information on substances, mixtures, and all chemicals where a trade secret is claimed.

Answer 7

section 3: composition/information on ingredients

Question 8

This section describes the initial care that should be given by untrained responders to an individual who has been exposed to the chemical.

Answer 8

section 4: first aid measures

Question 9

This section provides recommendations for fighting a fire caused by the chemical.

Answer 9

section 5: fire fighting measures

Question 10

This section provides recommendations on the appropriate response to spills, leaks, or releases, including containment and clean-up practices to prevent or minimize exposure to people, properties, or the environment. It may also include recommendations distinguishing between responses for large and small spills where the spill volume has a significant impact on the hazard

Answer 10

section 6: accidental release measures

Question 11

This section provides guidance on the safe handling practices and
conditions for safe storage of chemicals

Answer 11

section 7: handling and storage

Question 12

This section indicates the exposure limits, engineering controls, and personal protective measures that can be used to minimize worker exposure.

Answer 12

section 8: exposure controls/personal protection

Question 13

This section identifies physical and chemical properties associated with the substance or mixture.

Answer 13

section 9: physical and chemical properties

Question 14

This section describes the reactivity hazards of the chemical and the chemical stability information. This section is broken into three parts: reactivity, chemical stability, and other

Answer 14

section 10: stability and reactivity

Question 15

This section identifies toxicological and health effects information or indicates that such data are not available.

Answer 15

section 11: toxicological information

Question 16

This section provides information to evaluate the environmental impact of the chemical(s) if it were released to the environment. T

Answer 16

section 12: ecological information

Question 17

This section provides guidance on proper disposal practices, recycling or reclamation of the chemical(s) or its container, and safe handling practices.

Answer 17

section 13: disposal considerations

Question 18

This section provides guidance on classification information for shipping and transporting of hazardous chemical(s) by road, air, rail, or sea.

Answer 18

section 14: transport information

Question 19

This section identifies the safety, health, and environmental regulations specific for the product that is not indicated anywhere else on the SDS

Answer 19

section 15: regulatory information

Question 20

This section indicates when the SDS was prepared or when the last known revision was made. The SDS may also state where the changes have been made to the previous version. You may wish to contact the supplier for an explanation of the changes. Other useful information also may be included here

Answer 20

section 16: other information