Hazard Communication & MSDS Authoring
Hazard communication is the foundation of any effective safety program. It is more importantly the main forum for communicating results of a risk and safety assessment. Common mechanisms for this communication is provided by material safety data sheets (MSDS), container labels and chemical-specific training. These must be provided to aide workers in environments where hazardous chemicals are handled. Not only are they a vital communication tool to protect your employees and customers, but they convey a stronger image for your company in the marketplace.
The information required on an MSDS is mandated by OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) in the United States [29 CFR 1910.1200]. While OSHA does not stipulate the format that a company uses, it is highly recommended that the 16-section MSDS format as established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) be followed.
The following sections are included in the ANSI standard [Z400.1]:
- Company identification and contact information
- Hazard(s) identification
- Composition/information on ingredients
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- First-aid measures
- Fire-fighting measures
- Accidental release measures
- Handling and storage
- Exposure controls/personal protection recommendations
- Physical and chemical properties
- Stability and reactivity
- Toxicological information
- Ecological information
- Disposal considerations
- Transport information
- Regulatory information
- Other information
ChemOne Compliance can provide your company with complete and professional MSDS authoring services as well as other documentation which require this same information (e.g. labeling and transport documents). This can be critical to communicating hazards to the recipients of your company's products, but also to provide a consistent company image to your customers.
