Aviation Maintenance Management

1. Explain the responsibilities of an airline organization to maintain the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). It is the commitment of airlines to provide a safe environment for their customers, employees and business partners by meeting or exceeding operational, occupational and environmental safety standards. Safety, security and compliance are the foundation of their operation. Excellence in these areas is our imperative, at all times and at all levels. MSDS has to be up to date and should be centrally located for employees to find. (osha, 2015)

2. Identify the components of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Product Identification -This section gives the name and address of the manufacturer and an emergency phone number where questions about toxicity and chemical hazards can be directed.

Hazardous Ingredients Of Mixtures -This section describes the percent composition of the substance, listing chemicals present in the mixture. If it was tested as a mixture, lists chemicals which contribute to its hazardous nature. Otherwise, lists ingredients making up more than 1% and all carcinogens.

Physical Data -This section outlines the physical properties of the material. The information may be used to determine conditions for exposure. For example, one can determine whether or not a chemical will form a vapor (vapor pressure), whether this vapor will rise or fall (vapor density), and what the vapor should smell like (appearance and odor). This could help determine whether to use a fume hood or where to place ventilators. The following information is usually included:

Fire and Explosion Hazard Data -This section includes information regarding the flammability of the material and information for fighting fires involving the material.

Health Hazard Data -This section defines the medical signs and symptoms that may be encountered with normal exposure or overexposure to this material or its components. Information on the toxicity of the substance may...