All staff are required to receive instructions on the use of material safety data sheets and protective gear
A question from one of the participants to the presenter of an in-service session wants to know how long the material safety data sheets for toxic substances must be kept on file for reference. What would be the best response about the length of time that material safety data sheets must be kept on file for toxic substances? A) 15 years
B) 20 years
C) 25 years
D) 30 years
D
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Material safety data sheets for toxic substances must be kept for a period of not less than 30 years.
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