Basic OSHA Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Answer: Provide hazard and handling information about a chemical
An SDS provides detailed information on a chemical's hazards, handling, and emergency measures.
How many sections does a standardized GHS-format Safety Data Sheet contain?
Answer: 16
Under the Hazard Communication Standard, an SDS follows a standardized 16-section format.
Which OSHA standard governs the Hazard Communication of chemicals, sometimes called 'Right to Know'?
Answer: The HazCom Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
The Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) ensures workers know chemical hazards.
On a chemical container, what must a proper GHS label include besides the product identifier?
Answer: Signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
GHS labels require a signal word, pictograms, hazard statements, and precautionary statements.
What does a GHS pictogram of a flame indicate?
Answer: The substance is flammable
The flame pictogram warns that a substance is flammable or otherwise combustible.
Which signal word on a GHS label indicates the more severe hazard?
Answer: Danger
'Danger' is used for more severe hazards, while 'Warning' is used for less severe ones.
Where must Safety Data Sheets be kept in the workplace?
Answer: Readily accessible to employees during their shift
SDSs must be readily accessible to all employees during each work shift.