How to Audit an MSDS Process
- 1). Do a physical inventory of all chemicals on site. Write down all information found on each product label. This should include the manufacturer name, brand name, chemical name, phone number and website, if available.
- 2). Compare the current inventory list to the old list in the MSDS binder. Make a note of any new chemicals not included in the MSDS binder.
- 3). Request and collect all missing MSDS's from each manufacturer and add it to the MSDS binder. Regulations require that the binder is easily available to all associates and that they know where to find it. So ensure the binder is returned to its designated place.
- 4). Close any gaps in the MSDS process. If there were any missing MSDS's discovered during the audit, there is room for improvement in the process. A common way to keep up with the management of MSDS process is to mandate that any employee who buys a chemical must acquire the MSDS and put it in the binder before allowing the chemical to be used.
- 5). Complete a yearly physical inventory.
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