{"id":281803,"date":"2026-05-27T04:42:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T11:42:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/frequently-asked-questions-2\/"},"modified":"2026-09-22T00:09:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T07:09:39","slug":"frequently-asked-questions-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/frequently-asked-questions-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"h-faq-topics\">FAQ Topics<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-header is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-bottom:4rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns features-page is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3b52344d wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:3rem\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column with-shadow rad topic active is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" id=\"topic-General\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Online-Safety-Data-Sheet-Binder-2.svg\" alt=\"general icon\" class=\"wp-image-76297\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-general\" style=\"font-size:1.3rem\">General<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column with-shadow rad topic is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" id=\"topic-faq\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Add-SDS-with-Current-Revision-Dates-2.svg\" alt=\"faq\" class=\"wp-image-76302\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chemicalsafety-faq\" style=\"font-size:1.3rem\">ChemicalSafety FAQ<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column with-shadow rad topic is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" id=\"topic-info\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Chemica-Reference-Database-1.svg\" alt=\"account information\" class=\"wp-image-76307\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-account-information\" style=\"font-size:1.3rem\">Account information<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull faq-group vis is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" id=\"General\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1661509417517\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is an SDS?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A safety data sheet (SDS), or formerly referred to as material safety data sheet (MSDS), or product safety data sheet is a document that lists information relating to occupational safety and health for the use of various substances and products.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1661509494946\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is an electronic SDS Database OSHA Compliant?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The short answer is yes; however, there are conditions that must be met. Please read full article <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/?p=287820\">here<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1661509586288\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What does an SDS include?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">According to OSHA, the SDS includes information such as <strong>the properties of each chemical; the physical, health, and environmental health hazards; protective measures; and safety precautions for handling, storing, and transporting the chemical<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1661509600828\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are safety data sheets a legal requirement?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/Publications\/OsHA3514.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hazard Communication Standard<\/a> (HCS) (29 CFR 1910.1200(g)), revised in 2012, requires that the chemical manufacturer, distributor, or importer provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) (formerly MSDSs or Material Safety Data Sheets) for each hazardous chemical to downstream users to communicate information on these hazards.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1661509622070\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Are safety data sheets required?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Every chemical manufacturer or importer must provide an SDS for any hazardous materials they sell or store. Moreover, OSHA requires that all facilities in the United States keep an SDS for every hazardous chemical onsite.<br \/>If you want to find out more about SDS, visit the guide to understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS) <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/online-sds-databases\/\">here.<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1661510732681\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I find safety data sheets?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best way to obtain a safety data sheet is to contact the manufacturer, supplier, or importer of the product. Where an SDS is legally required, the supplier must provide it.  You can also search for Safety Data Sheets at <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/sds-search-page\/\">ChemicalSafety&#8217;s Free SDS Database<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671296928143\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>What is COMAH notifications reporting?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">COMAH notifications reporting is a system used by states to collect and publish information about the hazardous chemicals stored and used by businesses and institutions in their area. The COMAH notifications reporting system is part of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), which was passed by the US Congress in 1986. It is not a general hazardous chemical inventory reporting system for public disclosure. Operators of establishments subject to COMAH must notify the Competent Authority and, where applicable, comply with further major-accident prevention, emergency planning, and safety report duties.  The purpose is to help ensure that major accident hazards are identified and controlled, and that emergency planning arrangements are in place. Learn more about COMAH notification <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/?p=287197\">here.<\/a> <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull faq-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" id=\"faq\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220242107\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does ChemicalSafety offer SDS update services?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, ChemicalSafety offers services that assist in finding the SDS that you need or extracting and importing SDS data from the PDF to your e- binder.<br \/>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/safety-data-sheets\/\">SDS modules page<\/a> for more information <br \/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220431987\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I monitor incidents &amp; accidents in my facilities?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS has a purpose-built feature for Accident &amp; Incident Tracking and OSHA 300 Reporting.<br \/>Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/employee-workplace-safety\/\">ChemicalSafety\u2019s Employee Workplace Safety<\/a> features page <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220448076\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I print hazardous drum labels and shipping labels?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">EMS offers a wide range of pre-set labels, and custom labels.<br \/>Visit our GHS Labeling solutions <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/ghs-labelling-software\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220477049\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I cross-reference my chemicals with state regulations?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS hosts many regulation lists such as DEA, DHS, HAp, VOC, etc. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220498095\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I view my SDS\u2019s from a mobile app?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, via <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/developer\/sfs-chemical-safety-inc\/id521270523?fbclid=IwAR1c8H8FXuts-7ZE0VfbNpAvH00UGvypMMyUB4rxNW5LkrYTJgOQaUehk3s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ChemicalSafety\u2019s EMS.SDS-GHS Application<\/a> employees have online and offline access to all SDS they work with.<br \/>Learn more about our SDS and GHS modules <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/?page_id=280306\">here<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220583842\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I print GHS labels in multiple sizes and languages?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS offers a wide range of pre-set labels, and allows users to create custom labels in a variety of languages.<br \/>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/ghs-labelling-software\/\">GHS Labeling solution page<\/a> to learn more.<br \/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220735054\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I set inventory limits for each of my locations?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Inventory Limits can be set for a particular product, CAS # Specific, Hazard Class, etc.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220750358\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I manage my chemical purchases from EMS?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS allows tracking from receipt to consumption\/disposal.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220765061\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I track and manage employee training?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS has a purpose-built feature for Employee Training that can be linked with other EMS Modules. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220800897\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can EMS be integrated with other software programs?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS can integrate with 3<sup>rd<\/sup> Party applications via API technology. <br \/>Learn more about ChemicalSafety\u2019s integrations <a href=\"https:\/\/chemicalsafety.com\/en-gb\/hse-custom-integrations\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220845891\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What barcode readers are compatible with EMS?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The onboard camera of a mobile device can be used as a scanner along with EMS.Inventory Mobile Application. Additionally, most of the scanner guns that are recognized as a keyboard could work as well. <br \/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220874794\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does EMS support radioactive materials?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, EMS helps you manage the flow of radioisotopes with real-time decay in a multi-user and multi-facility environment.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull faq-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" id=\"info\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220242107\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is the best way to learn the software ?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best way to learn how the software works is to have an online training with ChemicalSafety&#8217;s experts and get access to our client portal where we have dedicated videos and material for each module. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1660220410207\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can I access my EMS Account?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can access your EMS account by clicking on the link : <a href=\"https:\/\/cloud.chemicalsafety.com\/weblogin\/\">https:\/\/cloud.chemicalsafety.com\/weblogin\/<\/a> . 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