Comply with federal, state, and local safety requirements.

Compliance should include the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) program, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and identifying

  • Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
  • the information included on safety data sheets (SDS)
  • responsibilities of employers and employees under HCS
  • good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Where should hazardous materials be stored?
  • What information can be found on an SDS?
  • What does SDS stand for?