DLLR's Division of Labor and Industry

 

Labels - Right-to-Know - Access to Information About Hazardous and Toxic Substances - Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH)

 

Reference: 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)/

Incoming Containers

The responsibility for ensuring that all incoming containers are properly labeled has been assigned to:

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(Name)

  • All labels on incoming containers must contain:
  • The identity of the container contents,
  • The manufacturer's name and address; and
  • A specific target organ hazard warning.
  • The label must be legible, in English, and prominently displayed on each container.

In-Plant Containers

The responsibility for ensuring that all in-plant containers are properly labeled has been assigned to:

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(Name)

If an in-house system employing numbers or graphics is used, describe the system and explain how it works.

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If a method other than labeling (signs, placards, process sheets, etc.) is used to identify the contents of a fixed process vessel, describe the alternative method.

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The person responsible for labeling in-house portable containers is:

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(Name and title)

Describe your method for labeling in-house portable containers.

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Manufacturers

Manufacturers of hazardous substances should identify the person responsible for ensuring that labels contain the information required by law.

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(Name of responsible person)

 

Manufacturers, distributors and importers should identify the person responsible for ensuring that all shipped containers are labeled.

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(Name of responsible person)

Manufacturers should describe procedures to review and update label information when necessary.

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(Description of review mechanism)

 
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