SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela 🇻🇪
SDS Preparation & OSH Compliance Services for Venezuela
By Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd – Your Trusted Partner for Latin American Compliance
Venezuela's chemical safety framework is primarily governed by Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation and the requirement for control over certain hazardous substances. While the country has been working toward GHS (Globally Harmonized System) implementation, compliance relies on adhering to robust international standards and national OSH laws.
Why SDS Is Essential in Venezuela
The legal requirement for providing comprehensive safety documentation is driven by the country's OSH law and the need for clear hazard communication in the workplace:
Organic Law on Prevention, Conditions and Environment of Work (LOPCYMAT): This is the foundational OSH law in Venezuela, enforced by the National Institute of Prevention, Health and Safety at Work (INPSASEL). LOPCYMAT places a direct legal duty on employers to guarantee safe working conditions, which includes identifying, evaluating, and controlling chemical hazards. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS), often referred to as a Hoja de Datos de Seguridad, is the mandatory technical document used to fulfill the obligation of informing workers about chemical hazards and the necessary protective measures (PPE, Section 8).
GHS Standard (Targeted Implementation): Venezuela has been involved in regional efforts toward GHS adoption. Although the process may be stagnant or delayed, the internationally recognized 16-section GHS-compliant SDS format is the accepted technical standard for communicating hazards to industrial users, OSH authorities (INPSASEL), and in the supply chain.
Transport of Dangerous Goods: Regulations for the transport sector often align with the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (UNRTDG), which reinforces the use of internationally standard documentation and classification.
Language Requirement: The SDS and all critical safety information (labels, training) must be provided in Spanish (Español), the official language of Venezuela, for legal compliance and effective worker communication.
A compliant SDS for Venezuela must be:
Format: The internationally recognized 16-section SDS format (GHS aligned).
Language Specific: Written entirely in Spanish.
Content: Must contain accurate GHS classification, along with safety, storage, and handling information to satisfy local OSH requirements under LOPCYMAT.
Our SDS Services for Venezuela
1. SDS Preparation (GHS Aligned & LOPCYMAT Compliant)
We create a complete, 16-section GHS-compliant SDS, ensuring its structure and content meet the expected international standards and address the specific safety and reporting needs of the OSH framework (LOPCYMAT/INPSASEL).
Our SDS includes:
Hazard classification (GHS aligned).
Detailed information in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PPE) to meet LOPCYMAT's stringent requirements for worker protection.
Mandatory Spanish translation of all sections and safety statements.
Inclusion of local emergency contact information where available and appropriate.
2. SDS Review & Localisation
We review your existing international SDS (e.g., US OSHA or EU REACH) for technical gaps against the GHS standard and the documentation needs for the Venezuelan OSH environment. We provide the mandatory, high-quality Spanish translation required for compliance.
3. OSH Compliance Documentation Support
We assist the exporter or local employer by ensuring the SDS is prepared in a format suitable for use in workplace risk assessments and employee training programs as mandated by LOPCYMAT.
Industries We Serve
Oil and Gas Sector
Industrial Chemicals and Manufacturing
Construction and Infrastructure
Agricultural Chemicals
Why Choose Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd?
LOPCYMAT Expertise: Specialized knowledge of Venezuela's binding OSH regulations and the technical documentation required by INPSASEL.
GHS Standard: Documentation prepared to the recognized international 16-section GHS standard.
Mandatory Spanish Translation: Accurate, specialized translation of chemical and regulatory terminology.