Which federal agency is tasked with enforcing MSDS regulations?

The correct answer is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This agency is responsible for ensuring workplace safety and health regulations, which includes the enforcement of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) regulations. MSDSs provide crucial information about the hazards associated with chemicals, safe handling procedures, and emergency response measures. OSHA mandates that employers must make MSDSs available to employees who work with hazardous chemicals, thereby supporting workplace safety.

In contrast, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) primarily focuses on environmental protection and may regulate certain aspects of chemical handling from an environmental standpoint but does not enforce MSDS regulations specifically. The American Conference of Governmental and Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) provides guidelines and recommendations on industrial hygiene and exposure limits but does not have enforcement authority. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversees food and drug safety and is not involved with MSDS regulations. So, OSHA's role is critical in ensuring that workers are informed about the chemicals they work with and the potential hazards associated.