Chemical safety in the workplace is a joint effort. It requires employees and employers to work together. Let’s look at 6 of the most common mistakes that occur in the workplace and how to avoid them.

Mistake 1: Relying Too Heavily on the SDS Information

The Problem: The quality of information in SDSs (safety data sheets) is always improving. But there are still too many SDSs that don’t provide enough relevant information about the chemical. A poor quality SDS doesn’t help the employee understand the potential hazard. The Solution: You have a choice. You can:

• Ask the supplier for a more thorough explanation of their […]

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