Hear, hear. See, for example, http://www.ilpi.com/msds/ref/confchem.html In particular, the Spring 2006 Gen Chem course. Rob Toreki >In response to David Finster's questions: > >In writing MSDS and dealing with customers demanding HMIS labeling, we have >always pointed to the fact that whatever labeling system is used is only as >good as the training efforts behind it. >In the case of students working with chemicals their safety is a primary >concern. >I would add, however, that teaching lab chemistry provides a unique >opportunity to introduce students to the physical and health hazards of >chemicals. >Not only should students be provided with the hazard information but they >should also understand the underlying information structures. Teach them >what constitutes a Material Safety Data Sheet and on what scientific, >technical and toxicological principles they are based. >Future chemists should know more about chemicals and their hazards than what >is required under OSHA and EPA or local fire department safety mandates. > >Sincerely > >Heinz H. Trebitz, Ph.D. >480 Colby Road N >Thetford Center, VT 05075 >Tel: 802-785-2129 >Fax: 802-785-2124 > >e-mail: iht63**At_Symbol_Here**valley.net -- ================================================ Interactive Learning Paradigms, Incorporated (ILPI) Training, environmental/occupational health & safety consulting Ph: (856) 449-8956, Fax: (856) 553-6154, sales**At_Symbol_Here**ilpi.com http://www.ilpi.com/ Lab & safety supplies? Visit http://www.SafetyEmporium.com/
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