Health & Safety ProgramsQuestion 84 of 100
What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
a.A payroll form
b.A vacation request
c.A building permit
d.A document providing detailed hazard, handling, and emergency information about a chemical
Explanation
A Safety Data Sheet provides detailed information about a hazardous chemical, including its hazards, safe handling, storage, first aid, and emergency measures. SDSs follow a standardized 16-section format. They must be readily accessible to workers on every shift.
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