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Product identifier—The name or number used for a hazardous chemical on a label or in the SDS. It provides a unique means by which the user can identify the chemical. The product identifier used will permit cross-references to be made among the list of hazardous chemicals required in the written hazard communication program, the label and the SDS. Pyrophoric gas —A chemical in a gaseous state that will ignite spontaneously in air at a temperature of 130 degrees F (54.4 degrees C) or below. Responsible party— Someone who can provide additional information on the hazardous chemical and appropriate emergency procedures, if necessary. Safety data sheet (SDS) —Written or printed material concerning a hazardous chemical that is prepared in accordance with section 5194(g). Signal word —A word used to indicate the relative level of severity of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard on the label. The signal words used in this section are "danger" and "warning." "Danger" is used for the more severe hazards, while "warning" is used for the less severe. Simple asphyxiant—A substance or mixture that displaces oxygen in the ambient atmosphere, and can thus cause oxygen deprivation in those who are exposed, leading to unconsciousness and death. Specific chemical identity—The chemical name, Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) Registry Number, or any other information that reveals the precise chemical designation of the substance. Substance — Chemical elements and their compounds in the natural state or obtained by any production process, including any additive necessary to preserve the stability of the product and any impurities deriving from the process used, but excluding any solvent which may be separated without affecting the stability of the substance or changing its composition. Trade secret—Any confidential formula, pattern, process, device, information, or compilation of information which gives its user an opportunity to obtain a business advantage over competitors who do not know or use it. A trade secret will not include chemical identity information which is readily discoverable through qualitative analysis. Appendix E to section 5194-Definition of Trade Secret sets out the criteria to be used in evaluating trade secrets. Use—To package, handle, react, or transfer. Work area —A room or defined space in a workplace where hazardous chemicals are produced or used, and where employees are present. Workplace —Any place, and the premises appurtenant thereto, where employment is carried on, except a place the health and safety jurisdiction over which is vested by law in, and actively exercised by, any state or federal agency other than the Division. 12 Questions? Call EEAP 1 -800-734-3574 E & A ,kE,.FE,.o 11.