Workplace Safety & Health Resources: SDSs & JSAs

Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)

* Provide information on the hazards of a chemical, including how to use it safely and what to do in case of an emergency.

* Are available for all hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.

* Can be found in the workplace's chemical storage area or online.

Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)

* Identify the hazards associated with a particular job and recommend ways to control those hazards.

* Are developed by the employer for each job in the workplace.

* Can be found in the workplace's safety manual or online.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

* Provide step-by-step instructions on how to perform a task safely.

* Are developed by the employer for each task that is performed in the workplace.

* Can be found in the workplace's safety manual or online.

Training Materials

* Provide information on how to recognize and control hazards in the workplace.

* Are available from the employer or online.

* Can be found in the workplace's safety manual or online.

Employee Handbooks

* Provide information on the company's safety and health policies and procedures.

* Are available from the employer or online.

* Can be found in the workplace's safety manual or online.

In addition to these resources, the following sources of information can also be helpful:

* The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website

* The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) website

* The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) website

* The National Safety Council (NSC) website