Question

question 7 of 12
which of the following rules apply to the safety data sheets kept at a workplace where hazardous chemicals are used?
select all that apply

• employers must keep an sds for each hazardous chemical at the workplace.
• the sdss may be kept in paper or electronic format.
• the employees must not be able to access the sds within their work areas.
• employees must be able to access the sdss during each work shift while in their work areas.

Explanation:

• For the first option: OSHA regulations require employers to have a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each hazardous chemical used at the workplace to inform about hazards and safety measures.
• For the second option: SDSs can be maintained in either paper or electronic format as long as they are accessible to employees.
• For the third option: This is incorrect. Employees must have access to SDSs in their work areas for safety reasons.
• For the fourth option: Employees need to access SDSs during their work shifts to handle hazardous chemicals safely, so this is a required rule.

Answer:

A. Employers must keep an SDS for each hazardous chemical at the workplace.
B. The SDSs may be kept in paper or electronic format.
D. Employees must be able to access the SDSs during each work shift while in their work areas.