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It feels like Chemscape is fielding daily requests to obtain hand sanitizer SDSs or author SDSs for businesses that have begun to manufacture sanitizer to meet an increased demand due to COVID-19. Before COVID-19, hand sanitizer was used in large quantities in industries that required a food-grade disinfectant for workers and work surfaces. What is in hand sanitizer?

Health Canada’s recent HPA/HPR inspections revealed significant gaps in Safety Data Sheet audits. Inspectors identified various instances of missing information, highlighting the need for improved compliance.

Pandemic Planning and Business Continuity: Planning for the What if Factor Regarding the Coronavirus Everyday we have new information in the media on the Coronavirus Disease which is now officially known as COVID-19. This virus is a rapidly changing situation and having a trusted source of information is important to have accurate and science-based data on this virus.

It has been over a year (Dec 1, 2018.) since the transition to WHMIS 2015. If you are an employer, you may still have MSDSs in your SDS library for products around your workplace. What should you do with the MSDS and the product?

During winter, when the arctic chill sets in and heating systems are turned up, the risk for carbon monoxide poisoning increases. Carbon monoxide or CO is a toxic gas that you cannot smell, see or taste and, for this reason, it is known as the ‘silent killer’.

What is a Respiratory Code of Practice? Many provincial Occupational Health and Safety regulatory bodies require employers to develop a Code of Practice (CoP) when a respirator or repository equipment is used at the worksite.

10 Safety tips to follow when using cleaning products Did you know that mixing cleaning products can kill or seriously harm you?

Dermal Exposure to Chemicals and Identifying Chemicals of Concern The skin is not only the largest organ but also the organ that is most frequently exposed to chemicals.

Control banding (CB) is a validated risk assessment method, most commonly used to evaluate chemicals. CB has a 20-year history, starting with pharmaceuticals and continuing into nanotechnology and ergonomics.

Do I need a Safety Data Sheet for that washer fluid at work?  

What is PPE? Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) encompasses a range of specialized gear such as protective clothing, helmets, eyewear, footwear, and ear protection. Respirators, which shield against airborne contaminants, are also classified under the umbrella of PPE, serving as crucial defenses in hazardous environments.

What Is a WHMIS Exempt Product? Some products are exempt from the WHMIS 2015 legislation and are not required to have a WHMIS label or SDS. Buyers and product users, however, are required to comply with labelling requirements set out by the federal acts and regulations.