The purpose of Material safety data sheets is to inform you of:

    * The material’s chemical make-up.

    * The material’s physical properties or fast acting health effects that makes it dangerous to handle.

    * The level of protective gear you need to wear to work safely with the material.

    * The first aid treatment to be provided when someone is exposed to the material.

    * The pre-planning needed for safely handling spills, fires, and day-to-day operations.

    * How to respond to accidents.

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