What must a chemical distributor, manufacturer, or importer ensure about each container of hazardous chemical leaving the workplace?

In the context of hazardous chemicals, it is crucial for safety and regulatory compliance that each container leaving the workplace is appropriately handled. Ensuring that containers are tagged, marked, or labeled plays an important role in communicating the contents and associated hazards.

Labeling is particularly vital because it provides essential information about the chemical, including its identity, hazards, and necessary precautions for handling. Marking and tagging serve as additional means to convey vital information about the contents of containers, ensuring that anyone who handles or encounters them can do so safely.

Regulations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard require this information to be clearly presented on all containers to facilitate proper handling, storage, and emergency procedures. Therefore, having a container that is tagged, marked, or labeled meets the regulatory requirements and ensures safe practices in dealing with hazardous materials, which explains why any of these options is acceptable. This comprehensive approach emphasizes the importance of awareness and communication in hazardous chemical management.