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Which document identifies toxicity and proper spill or leak procedures for a substance during construction?
A. Supplementary conditions
B. Product specifications, Section II Products
C. Material Safety Data Sheet
D. Instructions to bidders

AnswerC. MSDS = Material Safety Data Sheet. Usually a required submittal as product data, which contractor must have available at jobsite to comply with OSHA.

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