Chemical-specific information must always be available through which formats?

Chemical-specific information is crucial for safety and compliance in environments where hazardous materials are present. Labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), now referred to as Safety Data Sheets (SDS), are standardized formats that provide vital information regarding chemical properties, hazards, handling, storage, and emergency measures.

Labels offer immediate identification of the chemical, including its hazards and appropriate handling precautions. This allows workers to quickly assess any risks they may encounter when handling the substance.

SDS provide more detailed information and are required by regulatory agencies such as OSHA. They outline safety information, toxicity, first aid measures, and more in a standardized format, ensuring that workers have access to necessary information regarding hazardous substances they may encounter.

Other formats such as emails, training sessions, or company manuals may contribute to the overall understanding of chemical safety but do not serve as the primary sources for standardized chemical-specific information required for immediate and safe handling of chemicals.