QUICK START GUIDE

The Quick start guide describes how to use some of the fundamental features of the Chemwatch application. You have the choice of viewing any of the 9 individual videos which include topics such as:

• The difference between Vendor, Gold, and mini SDS.
• Navigating the folder tree and exploring the material grid.
• How to guides on locating a chemical material and viewing different documents including vendor, Gold, mini SDS, labels and emergency reports.

Differences between Vendor, Gold, and Mini SDS

This tutorial explains differences among Vendor, Gold, and Mini safety data sheets (SDSs). Vendor SDSs vary in design, requiring updates every 5 years. Gold SDSs, expert-reviewed, offer in-depth hazard info and global compliance. Mini SDSs provide concise emergency information. Gold and Mini SDSs complement Vendor SDSs but can't replace them.

Using the Folders tree and viewing material lists for Basic users

This tutorial explores the Folder Tree panel and its contents from a Basic user's perspective. Learn about the material grid and its columns, as well as specific features such as track, Chemwatch Hazard ratings, and filtering.

HOW-TO...

Conduct a simple material search from Own and display Vendor SDS

Learn the process of conducting a simple material search within your collection and accessing Vendor Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in this tutorial. Gather material details, navigate the Home module, and use the "Simple search" tab. Also learn how to track the location of a material within your folders.

Conduct a simple material search from Own, and display a Mini and Gold SDS

Learn to perform a basic material search in this tutorial to display a Gold or Mini SDS. Will also explore how to add a preferred Vendor for your Gold SDS.

Conduct a simple material search from Own and display a Label

Explore generating labels from your own collection in this tutorial. Learn to conduct material searches within your database, as well as choose a suitable label template to render.

Conduct a simple material search from Own, and display emergency reports

Learn to generate emergency reports in this tutorial using a material from your own Manifest.

Print, download or share a list of Materials

Learn how to create, download, share, or print a materials list in your Manifest folders.

Print, download or share a single document

Explore how to print, download, and share a single document through this tutorial. Learn to print Vendor SDS, share it via email, or download a Mini SDS.

Print, download or share a batch of documents

Explore how to print, download, and share a batch of documents from your manifest. Also learn how to view a group of SDS based on when they were added to the manifest or if they were updated during a certain period of time.