The Material Safety Data Sheet is the internationally accepted basis for supplying sound written scientific information on hazardous substances.
Material Safety Data Sheets provide essential information that includes details on how to use substances safely without harmful
effects to people or the environment.
This programs covers:
* The basic layout of Material Safety Data Sheets
* Why MSDSs are commonly used
* A breakdown on the most important safety related sections
found in most MSDSs, including:
Hazard Identification
Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Physical and Chemical Properties
Stability and Reactively, and
Toxicological Information.
* Important terms used in MSDSs.
Material Safety Data Sheets can be very challenging to read and understand but they do contain a wealth of information. Having an
ability to properly interpret them will make it easier to arrive at informed decisions regarding the use of hazardous substances.
RUNNING TIME: 16 Minutes