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SDS Requirements for Articles: What OSHA Says Under HCS

Confused About SDS Requirements for Articles? If you’ve ever been told, “We need an SDS for this product,” only to realize the product is actually an article, you’re not alone. Manufacturers and suppliers run into this confusion all the time. While OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) clearly exempts articles from…
Hawk SEM
11/03/25
SDS AuthoringSDS Management

How to Build a Compliant and Searchable SDS Library

In today’s regulatory environment, a well-organized Safety Data Sheet (SDS) library is more than just a compliance checkbox; it’s an essential part of protecting employees, ensuring operational efficiency, and safeguarding your organization from costly penalties. Yet many companies still struggle with SDS management, relying on outdated filing systems or scattered…
Hawk SEM
09/16/25
Environmental Health & SafetySDS AuthoringSDS Management

Do You Need an SDS? Understanding SDS Obligations for Household Consumer Products in the Workplace

For many businesses, the use of household consumer products—such as cleaning solutions, adhesives, and disinfectants—seems routine and risk-free. However, when these products are used in the workplace, the regulatory obligations tied to them can be less than obvious. Under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), certain consumer products may be exempt…
Alex Milan
07/08/25
Environmental Health & SafetySDS AuthoringSDS ManagementWorkplace Safety

Standardizing & Accessing Chemical Safety Information: A Shift from MSDS to SDS

Safety data sheets are crucial for ensuring the safe handling, storage, and transportation of hazardous substances. The conversionfrom Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) marks a significant shift in the standardization and accessibility of chemical safety information.  In this comparison of MSDS vs. SDS, you’ll learn…
Hawk SEM
07/01/25
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SDS Compliance Across Jurisdictions: What You Need to Know

Navigating global chemical compliance can be a daunting task—especially when it comes to Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). While the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals was developed to standardize chemical safety information worldwide, the reality is far more fragmented. Each country implements GHS differently — some…
Alex Milan
06/11/25