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Workplace Safety: Mandatory Safety Data Sheets in English and Spanish.

This law enhances safety for employees exposed to hazardous chemicals by requiring key information in two languages. Chemical manufacturers and importers must now provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in both English and Spanish. This ensures that Spanish-speaking workers have full access to critical hazard information and safety procedures, significantly reducing the risk of workplace accidents.
Key points
Requires chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to be produced in both English and Spanish.
Improves communication and safety for Spanish-speaking workers handling hazardous materials.
Chemical manufacturers and importers are responsible for providing these dual-language documents to employers and exposed employees.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9006
Sponsor: Rep. Cuellar, Henry [D-TX-28]
Process start date: 2024-07-11