Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

Who is responsible for preparing the Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?

1. The chemical manufacturer

2. The contractor

3. The property owner

4. The employee

The correct answer is: The chemical manufacturer

The responsibility for preparing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) lies with the chemical manufacturer. Manufacturers of chemicals are required by law to provide comprehensive safety information about their products, which is documented in SDS. These sheets provide critical information regarding the properties of the chemicals, including hazards, safe handling, storage recommendations, and emergency measures in case of exposure or accidents. By producing these documents, manufacturers ensure that users of their chemicals—such as contractors, property owners, and employees—are well informed about how to safely handle, use, and dispose of their products. This is crucial for maintaining safety and health standards in workplaces, especially in industries involving hazardous materials. Although the contractor, property owner, and employees play important roles in utilizing and implementing safety practices, it is ultimately the manufacturer that holds the legal obligation to prepare and disseminate the SDS for their products.