Hazard Communication Standard Flashcards
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How many sections are in a standardized Safety Data Sheet (SDS) under HazCom 2012?
Answer: 16
The GHS-aligned SDS format has 16 standardized sections in a set order.
Which SDS section contains first-aid measures?
Answer: Section 4
Section 4 of an SDS covers first-aid measures.
Sections 12 through 15 of an SDS are which type of information?
Answer: Not enforced by OSHA but included for GHS consistency
Sections 12–15 (ecological, disposal, transport, regulatory) are not enforced by OSHA but retained for GHS consistency.
Where must SDSs be kept in the workplace?
Answer: Readily accessible to employees during their shift
SDSs must be readily accessible to employees in their work area during each work shift.
Which SDS section lists exposure limits like the OSHA PEL?
Answer: Section 8 (Exposure controls/personal protection)
Section 8 covers exposure controls and personal protection, including PELs and TLVs.
If a new SDS arrives showing new hazard information, what must the employer do?
Answer: Update files and inform affected employees of new hazards
Employers must maintain current SDSs and inform employees of newly identified hazards.
Within what timeframe must a manufacturer provide an updated SDS after learning of significant new hazard information?
Answer: Within 3 months
Manufacturers must update the SDS within three months of learning of new significant hazard information.