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Where can I get MSDS in Malaysia?
To obtain a copy of the SDS in the format required by your country’s legislation, please contact your local 3M subsidiary or call 1-888-364-3577 or 1-651-737-6501 for more information. We also provide online SDS information for other countries in local language.
What is MSDS certified?
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is required under the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard . Most developed countries have similar regulations and requirements. The MSDS is a detailed informational document prepared by the manufacturer or importer of a hazardous chemical.
What are the problems in MSDS?
MSDS often contain inaccurate or missing information. Furthermore, chemicals were also found at higher concentrations than what the MSDS listed. The consistent format on the new Safety Data Sheets do not assure that the information in the new format will be any more accurate.
How can you prevent MSDs?
Job Rotation – Job rotation and job task enlargement is a way to reduce repeated and sustained awkward postures that can lead to MSD. Counteractive Stretch Breaks – Implement rest or stretch breaks to provide an opportunity to counteract any repeated or sustained awkward postures and allow for adequate recovery time.
What is MSD risk?
Risk of MSD is increased when joints are worked outside of this mid-range repetitively or for sustained periods of time without adequate recovery time. Material handling tasks with repetitive/sustained awkward postures increases the risk of injury.
What is the most effective solution for prevention of MSDs?
The most effective way to prevent MSDs is to execute on a smart MSD prevention process that is comprehensive in nature, seeks out and removes all risk factors contributing to MSDs and is integrated deeply into your company’s OHS processes.
What causes MSDs?
Risk factors include awkward postures, repetition, material handling, force, mechanical compression, vibration, temperature extremes, glare, inadequate lighting, and duration of exposure.
What are the 3 MSD risk factors?
Fortunately, we know from research (NIOSH, 1997) that the three primary risk factors that cause MSDs are: high force, awkward posture, and long duration or high frequency.
How do you prevent MSDs?
Posture
- Maintain erect position of back and neck with shoulders relaxed. Minimize twisting and bending motions.
- Use proper positioning during all activities.
- Keep wrists as neutral as possible.
- Avoid bending neck forward for prolonged periods of time.
- Avoid static positions for prolonged periods.