E. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

MSDSs provide specific information on the chemicals that are in use at Colgate. Each department is required to have an MSDS for each hazardous chemical on their inventory list. Most chemical suppliers send MSDSs with chemical orders automatically. If an MSDS does not arrive in a reasonable time, then one must be obtained from the supplier. The Hazard Communication Coordinator and the Purchasing Department will assist in pursuing delinquent suppliers. This can usually be done over the phone but may require a formal written request. The form letter example in Appendix D can be used for this purpose.

MSDSs will be kept in one or more locations in each department where they will be readily accessible to all individuals using the materials for which they apply.

It is the responsibility of the person or department ordering hazardous materials to send a copy of all MSDSs received to the HCC, SB-4 McGregory Hall for inclusion in the university's master file.

Refer to Appendix E for more information on MSDSs.

Link to MSDSs on the internet.

Last modified: January 01, 1990