Chemscape has been a leader in chemical hazard management, providing organizations with essential SDS information, software and services. Explore our technical guides, related blogs, and PDF resources for up-to-date information regarding regulatory requirements and best practices for compliance standards in this SDS Fundamentals resource centre.
In this guide, workers and employers can learn the basics of Safety Data Sheets by getting answers to commonly asked questions as well as information about each section of an SDS.
Do you understand the difference between SDS and MSDS? Learn what has changed in regards to the classification and labelling of hazardous chemicals.
A useful teaching tool to answer the basics of what a Safety Data Sheets is
A glossary of terms for Safety Data Sheets to explain the technical jargon and words commonly used.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Federally regulated employers must retain and manage contractor SDSs under the Canada Labour Code. Learn what's required and how Chemscape makes it simple with contractor-specific accounts in your SDS system.

Friday, May 8, 2026
The Alberta Energy Regulator has overhauled Directive 058, effective June 4, 2026. From new waste codes to tightened generator knowledge rules and a new small quantity exemption, here's what your operations team needs to act on before the deadline.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Learn what IDLH values are, why they're legally binding under OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134, and what controls employers must have in place when hazardous chemicals are present. See how a chemical management system like CHAMP automates IDLH identification across your entire inventory.