DLLR's Division of Labor and Industry

 

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

 

Reference: 29 CFR 1910.1200(g)

Maintaining and Updating MSDS

The responsibility for obtaining and maintaining the file of MSDS has been assigned to:

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(Title or name) (Telephone number)

Describe how MSDS are maintained (for example, in notebooks in the work area, in a computer file, on a display board) and how employees can access them.

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Describe the procedure that is followed when an MSDS is not received at the same time you receive an initial shipment of a material.

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Describe the procedure for replacing an MSDS when you receive a new one from your manufacturer or distributor.

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If you are using any alternative to actual data sheets in the workplace (for example, a computerized database), describe the alternative method of providing the required information.

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Manufacturers, distributors, or employers who prepare material safety data sheets must describe the procedure for updating the MSDS when new and significant health information is obtained.

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Employee Access to MSDS

Describe how access to MSDS is provided to each employee upon request.

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Discuss how one free copy of the requested MSDS will be provided to each employee within five working days of a request.

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Employees may request a copy or access to MSDS from:

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(Name) (Location)

 

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(Name) (Location)

 

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(Name) (Location) 

 
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