The SDS Form
Let's take a look at the SDS form, itself. The chemical manufacturer or importer preparing the safety data sheet must ensure that it is in English. The employer may maintain copies in other languages as well.
Keep SDSs in a binder that is easy to find.
The SDS must include the information as specified in 1910.1200, Appendix D.
- If no relevant information is found for any given subheading within a section, the SDS must clearly indicate that no applicable information is available.
- Sections 1-11 and 16 are mandatory.
- Sections 12-15 may be included in the SDS, but are not mandatory.
Let's review each of the 16 sections in the sample SDS in the next few sections:
Sample GHS Safety Data Sheet
1. Identification
- Product Name: Chemical Stuff
- Synonyms: Methyltoxy Solution
- CAS Number: 000-00-0
- Product Use: Organic Synthesis
- Manufacturer/Supplier: My Company
- Address: Any Street, Mytown, TX 00000
- General Information: 555-123-4567
- Transportation Emergency Number: CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
2. Hazards Identification
GHS Classification
| Health | Environmental | Physical |
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Acute Toxicity -
Category 2 (inhalation), Category 3 (oral/dermal) Eye Corrosion - Category 1 Skin Corrosion - Category 1 Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Mutagenicity - Category 2 Carcinogenicity - Category 1B Reproductive/ Developmental - Category 2 Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated) - Category 2 |
Aquatic Toxicity - Acute 2 | Flammable Liquid - Category 2 |
Explanation of the hazard categories for GHS identification and labeling
GHS Label
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Symbols Flame, skull and crossbones, corrosion, health hazard |
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Hazard Statements DANGER! Highly Flammable Liquid and Vapor. Fatal if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause allergic skin reaction. Toxic if swallowed and in contact with skin May cause cancer. Suspected of damaging the unborn child. Suspected of causing genetic defects. May cause damage to cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and gastrointestinal systems and liver and blood through prolonged or repeated exposure. Toxic to aquatic life. |
Precautionary Statements Do not eat, drink or use tobacco when using this product. Do not breathe mist/vapors. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame. - No smoking. Wear respiratory protection, protective gloves and eye/face protection. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only non-sparking tools. Store container tightly closed in cool/well-ventilated place. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-2. Which section is mandatory on the SDS and must be included?
You forgot to answer the question!