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Substance Restrictions Are the #1 Regulatory Challenge for Coatings Formulators – Is Your SDS Ready? 

Insights from the American Coatings Show 2026 | Indianapolis, IN   The American Coatings Show 2026 in Indianapolis brought together hundreds of the world's top coatings scientists, formulators, and raw material experts – and the message on regulatory compliance came through loud and clear: substance restrictions are now the single biggest regulatory pressure…
Hawk SEM
05/18/26
Compliance & Regulatory NewsNews

New Raw Materials, New Regulatory Complexity: Why SDS Authoring Must Keep Pace with Sustainable Coatings Innovation 

Insights from the American Coatings Show 2026 | Indianapolis, IN   Sustainability is no longer a trend in the coatings industry – it's a fundamental driver of raw material innovation. At the American Coatings Show 2026, we heard how raw material suppliers are navigating the dual pressures of performance and environmental compliance.   The challenge is…
Hawk SEM
05/15/26
Compliance & Regulatory NewsEnvironmental Health & SafetyOSHASDS Management

How Often Should Dental Offices Update Safety Data Sheets?

As a dental employer, OSHA compliance under the Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) is a critical part of maintaining a safe clinical environment. Dental offices routinely handle chemical products such as disinfectants, sterilants, impression materials, and anesthetics—many of which require Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). While OSHA’s requirements are clearly defined, SDS…
Alex Milan
04/05/26
Compliance & Regulatory NewsOSHASDS Management

How Digital SDS Management Is Transforming Safety & Compliance in 2025

An expanded perspective incorporating insights from TotalSDS originally published in Patterson’s Insight magazine.  Managing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) has always been a critical part of maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, especially in industries handling chemicals daily — like dental practices, veterinary clinics, medical suppliers, distributors, and manufacturing facilities.…
Hawk SEM
03/24/26
Compliance & Regulatory NewsEnvironmental Health & SafetyOSHA

OSHA Requirements for Using Propane in Your Forklift Fleet: A Complete Guide

As businesses rely on propane-powered forklifts for efficiency and productivity, it is crucial to understand the potential hazards associated with propane use and to adhere to stringent safety regulations. Propane, while an effective and commonly used fuel source, is highly volatile and poses significant risks if mishandled. Accidents involving propane…
Alex Milan
05/12/25
Compliance & Regulatory NewsOSHA

5 Myths About OSHA Compliance Officers

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) was enacted in 1970 to set workplace safety standards and ensure employers create a safe working environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces these regulations, leading to a reduction in work-related injuries and fatalities. However, misconceptions about OSHA compliance officers persist,…
Alex Milan
04/11/25

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Danielle KnoxRegulatory Affairs Manager, Brandt Consolidated
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“I wanted something that's easy to understand, easy to use, and easy to teach, we're a construction company. We're not constantly dealing with specialty chemicals, but we still have to stay compliant.”

Jeff SadlerSafety Manager, Coastal Division CA Murren & Sons Co., Inc.
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“Just having the peace of mind that the SDSs are secure, we can access them whenever, wherever we need to, and that they are going to be current at all times without me having to spend hours Google searching and making sure that I've got the latest and greatest. TotalSDS™ Manager has been incredibly helpful and efficient, saving me at least 10 hours every month—time that I can now invest in achieving more strategic HR goals, making the software invaluable to our operations.”

Margie SleigherDirector of Human Resources, Caldwell Electrical Contractors
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Matt RehlanderCorporate Director of EHS & Risk Management
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“The level of customer service provided surpasses all of my expectations. TotalSDS is a responsive team of regulatory experts that clearly place their client’s needs at the highest priority. The team responds to us with answers in hours rather than weeks with our old service. The software provides a level of customization and control that was not available with our previous GHS software. Additionally, TotalSDS isn’t afraid to take our feedback into consideration to continue to improve their product. Our organization appreciates the cloud-based service and the unique levels of access for each user.”

Chris GehlyChemical Services Manager
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“The ease with getting everyone up to speed on the system was impressive. It was a smooth transition. The software is very intuitive. What I appreciate most is the excellent support I receive from the TotalSDS team. Any questions or concerns I have are addressed immediately with a simple phone call.”

Lenny FrancisEHS Specialist
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“The TotalSDS software system is a good tool for our company to create compliant SDS and labels for multiple countries and languages. We are able to create customized documents catering to each business needs. The software is user-friendly and new users can start generating SDS with minimal training.”

Tammy CardHazard Communication Specialist
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“The TotalSDS™ platform does everything it says it can do. There are no surprises. What is advertised is exactly what you get. The customer support is outstanding! TotalSDS has been available to help with any kind of regulatory or software question I have, and they are extremely responsive. And more than that, the software capabilities are consistently getting better as they are adding more and more features.”

Greg SwitzerProduct/Formulation Chemist
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“TotalSDS™ Author has been instrumental in managing our SDS documents efficiently. The flexibility to edit and customize our safety data sheets to meet specific regulatory requirements is invaluable. It’s intuitive, time-saving, and essential for keeping up with the ever-changing regulatory landscape.”

Mark PolaskyChemical Regulatory Compliance Manager