When an operator must prepare an MSDS for a hazardous chemical produced at the mine, the MSDS must--
(a) Be legible, accurate, and in English;
(b) Use a chemical identity that permits cross-referencing between the list of hazardous chemicals, the chemical's label, and its MSDS; and
(c) Contain information, or indicate if no information is available, for the categories listed in Table 47.52 as follows:
Table 47.52--Contents of MSDS------------------------------------------------------------------------
Requirements, descriptions, and
(1) Identity................. The identity of the chemical or, if the
chemical is a mixture, the identities of
all hazardous ingredients. See Sec.
47.21 (Identifying hazardous chemicals).(2) Properties............... The physical and chemical characteristics
of the chemical, such as vapor pressure
and solubility in water.(3) Physical................. The physical hazards of the chemical
including the potential for fire,
explosion, and reactivity.(4) Health hazards........... The health hazards of the chemical
including--
(i) Signs and symptoms of exposure,
(ii) Any medical conditions which are
generally recognized as being aggravated
by exposure to the chemical, and
(iii) The primary routes of entry for the
chemical, such as lungs, stomach, or
skin.(5) Exposure limits.......... For the chemical or the ingredients of a
mixture--
(i) The MSHA or OSHA permissible limit,
if there is one, and
(ii) Any other exposure limit recommended
by the preparer of the MSDS.(6) Carcinogenicity.......... Whether the chemical or an ingredient in
the mixture is a carcinogen or potential
carcinogen. See the sources specified in
Sec. 47.21 (Identifying hazardous
chemicals).(7) Safe use................. Precautions for safe handling and use
including--
(i) Appropriate hygienic practices,
(ii) Protective measures during repair
and maintenance of contaminated
equipment, and
(iii) Procedures for clean-up of spills
and leaks.(8) Control measures......... Generally applicable control measures
such as engineering controls, work
practices, and personal protective
(i) Emergency medical and first-aid
procedures; and
(ii) The name, address, and telephone
number of the operator or other
responsible party who can provide
additional information on the hazardous
chemical and appropriate emergency
procedures.(10) Date prepared........... The date the MSDS was prepared or last
changed.------------------------------------------------------------------------ [67 FR 42383, June 21, 2002; 67 FR 57635, Sept. 11, 2002]