Employees' Responsibilities for Hazardous Chemical Inventory

Even though it is the employer's responsibility to maintain the hazardous chemical inventory, employees are the ones who work near the chemicals and should be aware of the risks involved.

Therefore, it is to the worker’s advantage to help keep the inventory current. Here are some tips:

1. When you notice a new hazardous chemical in your work area, check the inventory to see if it’s been added. If the chemical isn’t listed, or if you can’t find its MSDS, let your supervisor know.
2. Be on the lookout for chemicals that have been forgotten or are no longer in use. Areas that may contain such chemicals are:
   • seldom used cabinets
   • hard to reach shelves
   • closets that have been converted to other uses