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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) Employers shall compile and maintain a workplace chemical list which shall contain the following information for each hazardous chemical normally used or stored in the workplace in excess of 55 gallons or 500 lbs.:
(1) The chemical name or the common name used on the MSDS and/or container label; and
(2) The work area in which the hazardous chemical is normally stored or used.
(b) The workplace chemical list shall be updated as necessary but not less than annually.
(c) The workplace chemical list may be prepared for the workplace as a whole or for each work area, provided that the list is readily available to employees and their representatives. New or newly assigned employees shall be made aware of the workplace chemical list before working with or in a work area containing hazardous chemicals.
(d) The workplace chemical list shall be provided to the Secretary upon request.
(e) The workplace chemical list shall be maintained by the employer for 30 years. Complete records shall be sent to the Secretary if the business ceases to operate within the State.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 16. Health and Safety § 2406. Workplace chemical list - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-16-health-and-safety/de-code-sect-16-2406/
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