Iowa Admin. Code r. 875-130.2

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 8, October 30, 2024

Rule 875-130.2 - Records accessibility

(1) Records do not need to be accessible to the public if the information is a trade secret or the employer has notified the division in writing that certain information should not be accessible to the public because the information is not relevant to public health and safety or the release of the information is proven to cause damage to the employer.

(2) Accessible records include safety data sheets. The employer shall also provide information concerning the quantity of each hazardous chemical stored or used. Quantity information may include the manner of purchase such as in gallon containers, barrels, tankers, etc. Additionally, the employer shall provide information specifying the quantity as less than 500 pounds, between 500 pounds and 1000 pounds, between 1000 pounds and 5000 pounds, or in excess of 5000 pounds.

(3) An employer is not required to make a copy of a safety data sheet if the interested person is given an opportunity to review and make notes regarding the safety data sheet.

If an employer provides a copy of a safety data sheet at the request of the interested person, a reasonable fee can be charged for the actual cost of copying.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 875-130.2

Amended by IAB April 6, 2022/Volume XLIV, Number 20, effective 5/11/2022