STSC Hazard Communication (HazCom) and Chemical Safety 2

Question 1

Under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS 2012, 29 CFR 1910.1200), Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must contain how many sections?

Accepted Answer

16 sections

Answer

The GHS-aligned SDS format requires 16 standardized sections in a specific order.

Question 2

The GHS pictogram depicting a skull and crossbones indicates:

Accepted Answer

Acute toxicity (fatal or toxic if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through skin)

Answer

The skull and crossbones GHS pictogram indicates acute toxic substances that can cause death or serious injury with a single or short-term exposure.

Question 3

Which section of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) contains information about required personal protective equipment?

Accepted Answer

Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Answer

Section 8 specifically covers exposure limits, engineering controls, and PPE requirements for each hazardous chemical.

Question 4

What must be on a secondary container when transferring a hazardous chemical from its original container?

Accepted Answer

Product identifier and hazard information (pictograms, signal word, and hazard statements)

Answer

Secondary containers must be labeled with the product identifier and hazard information — full SDS detail is not required on the label.

Question 5

A worker's right to know about hazardous chemicals in the workplace is protected under which law/standard?

Accepted Answer

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (Right to Know/HCS)

Answer

OSHA's HCS (29 CFR 1910.1200), often called the 'Right to Know' law, ensures workers receive information about chemical hazards.

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