What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

• A. A document that provides information about health hazards, personal safety, and environmental protection related to a pesticide.
• B. A document that lists price and vendor information for the product.
• C. A guide for agricultural field practices.
• D. A warranty and liability document for the product.

Answer: (A)

Safety Data Sheets provide information about health hazards, personal safety, and environmental protection related to a pesticide. They spell out what health effects the product may have, the protective measures to use (PPE and safe handling), first aid and emergency steps, and how to store, transport, and dispose of the product safely. They also cover environmental risks and spill cleanup, along with regulatory references. This makes it the best answer because it directly communicates the safety, health, and environmental information workers need to use the product safely. The other options describe price/vendor lists, field practice guides, or warranty documents, which are not what an SDS is.