Safety Data Sheets – An Introduction
The Safety Data Sheet is the internationally accepted basis for supplying sound written scientific information on hazardous substances.
A SDS, sometimes called an MSDS for Material Safety Data Sheet, provides essential information that includes how to use substances safely, without harmful effects to people, or the environment.
About the course:
Safety Data Sheets can be very challenging to read and understand but they do contain a wealth of information. Having an ability to properly interpret them will make it easier to arrive at informed decisions regarding the use of hazardous substances.
This program covers:
- The basic layout of Safety Data Sheets
- Why SDSs are commonly used
- A breakdown on the most important safety related sections found in most SDSs, including:
- Hazard Identification
- Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
- Physical and Chemical Properties
- Stability and Reactivity, and
- Toxicological Information
Video Running Time:
11 minutes
