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The Definition of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

A material safety data sheet (MSDS) is ‍a document providing detailed information about a hazardous chemical's properties, risks, and safe handling procedures.

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Definition of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

‍A document providing detailed information about a hazardous chemical's properties, risks, and safe handling procedures.

Example of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

‍Before using a new industrial cleaner, a worker checks the SDS for proper ventilation and PPE requirements.

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The Definition of Grounding and Bonding

Grounding and bonding is the practice of connecting conductive containers and equipment to each other and to earth so static charge cannot spark and ignite flammable vapors, gases or dusts.

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The Definition of Remote Worker Safety

Remote worker safety is the practice of protecting employees who work away from a central workplace, such as at home, in the field or at isolated sites, where help may be far away.

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The Definition of Near Miss

A near miss is an unplanned event that had the potential to cause injury, illness or damage, but didn't.

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The Definition of Psychological Safety

Psychological safety is a shared belief that people can speak up, report mistakes and raise safety concerns without fear of blame, embarrassment or punishment.

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The Definition of Management of Change (MOC)

Management of change (MOC) is a process for reviewing and approving changes to equipment, processes or people so new hazards are controlled.

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The Definition of Fire Watch

Fire Watch is a trained person assigned to look for fire and raise the alarm during and after hot work, or while sprinklers, alarms or other fire protection systems are out of service.

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