Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Flashcards
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What does MSDS stand for?

  • Material Safe Disposal System
  • Material Safe Data Sheet
  • Material Safety Data Standard
  • Material Safety Data Sheet (correct)
  • How many sections does a MSDS have?

    16

    What is contained in Section 1 of a MSDS?

    Identification of the chemical and recommended uses.

    What does Section 2 of a MSDS address?

    <p>Hazards Identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is provided in Section 3 of a MSDS?

    <p>Composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 4 of a MSDS cover?

    <p>First Aid Measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 5 of a MSDS provide?

    <p>Fire-Fighting Measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is addressed in Section 6 of a MSDS?

    <p>Accidental Release Measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does Section 7 of a MSDS provide?

    <p>Handling and Storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is discussed in Section 8 of a MSDS?

    <p>Exposure Controls/Personal Protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What properties are described in Section 9 of a MSDS?

    <p>Physical and Chemical Properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of information can you find in Section 10 of a MSDS?

    <p>Stability and Reactivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is provided in Section 11 of a MSDS?

    <p>Toxicological Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 12 of a MSDS inform about?

    <p>Ecological Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What guidance is offered in Section 13 of a MSDS?

    <p>Disposal Considerations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 14 of a MSDS detail?

    <p>Transport Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information can be found in Section 15 of a MSDS?

    <p>Regulatory Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 16 of a MSDS include?

    <p>Other Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is OSHA?

    <p>Occupational Safety &amp; Health Administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

    • MSDS provides crucial information on the hazards (health, fire, reactivity, environmental) of chemicals and safety guidelines for handling them.
    • Comprises 16 sections that systematically present data about the chemical product.

    Section 1 - Identification

    • Identifies the chemical product and its recommended uses.

    Section 2 - Hazards Identification

    • Outlines potential hazards associated with the chemical, including flammability and warning details.

    Section 3 - Composition

    • Details all ingredients, chemical names, common names, synonyms, and trade secret claims regarding substances and mixtures.

    Section 4 - First Aid Measures

    • Describes initial care for untrained responders in case of chemical exposure.

    Section 5 - Fire-Fighting Measures

    • Provides strategies for effective fire response related to the chemical.

    Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

    • Outlines appropriate responses to spills, leaks, or releases of the chemical.

    Section 7 - Handling and Storage

    • Offers guidance on safe handling practices and storage conditions for chemicals.

    Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

    • Indicates exposure limits, necessary engineering controls, and personal protective measures to reduce worker exposure.

    Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

    • Describes the appearance, physical state, color, odor, vapor pressure, pH, solubility, boiling point, and evaporation rate of the chemical.

    Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

    • Discusses the reactivity hazards associated with the chemical and its stability information.

    Section 11 - Toxicological Information

    • Identifies health effects and toxicological information related to inhalation, ingestion, or contact with skin and eyes.

    Section 12 - Ecological Information

    • Evaluates the environmental impact of the chemical if released into the environment.

    Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

    • Provides recommendations for the safe disposal of the chemical and its container, including recycling and reclamation options.

    Section 14 - Transport Information

    • Offers guidance on classification for shipping and transporting hazardous chemicals.

    Section 15 - Regulatory Information

    • Covers safety, health, and environmental regulations applicable to the product, not mentioned elsewhere in the MSDS.

    Section 16 - Other Information

    • Indicates the preparation date of the MSDS and the date of any revisions, alongside relevant references.

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