Material Safety Data Sheet

An MSDS is a document containing important information about a hazardous substance and must state:
a hazardous substance’s product name
the chemical and generic name of certain ingredients
the chemical and physical properties of the hazardous substance
health hazard information
precautions for safe use and handling
the manufacturer’s or importer’s name, Australian address and telephone number.
The MSDS provides employers, self-employed persons, workers and other health and safety representatives with the necessary information to safely manage the risk from hazardous substance exposure.
It is important that everyone in the workplace knows how to read and interpret a MSDS.