TABLE OF CONTENTS Industrial lubricants are rarely environmentally friendly, and when treated with disrespect, can in many cases be harmful to humans. The lubricant manufacturer is now obliged to disclose exactly what is in the lubricant, describe in what way can it be harmful, and provide instructions on how to proceed medically for all levels of physical contact with the lubricant and how to safely handle and store the product. All lubricants and chemicals in the plant must have an MSDS information sheet, If any information is unclear, contact the lubricant for clarification.
MSDS sheets allow us to develop a health and safety strategy for the maintenance department, and are broken down into nine (9) sections.
The product name is identified, along with its primary intended purpose of use. The manufacturer and suppliers name and address is supplied.
Any known potentially harmful and hazardous ingredients are listed.
Information regarding state, odor, appearance, specific gravity, boiling and freezing point, etc. are identified.
This section identifies the product s flammable characteristics and means of extinction.
Identifies how the product reacts chemically with other substances.
Identifies if the product is toxic and how it will affect people who are exposed to it.
Dictates the type of protection required for handling and storage of the product.
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