CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)Operational ProceduresMedium
A technician needs to dispose of a container of used printer toner. Before disposing of it, the technician should consult which document to determine proper handling and disposal procedures?
- AService level agreement
- BSafety data sheet
- CIncident response plan
- DAcceptable use policy
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Safety data sheet
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides information about a hazardous material's properties, health hazards, and proper handling, storage, and disposal procedures, including for items like toner.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. An SLA defines service expectations between provider and customer, unrelated to material safety.
- C. An incident response plan addresses security incidents, not material disposal.
- D. An AUP governs acceptable technology use, not chemical disposal.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
A document that provides detailed information about a hazardous material, including handling, storage, and disposal procedures, formerly known as an MSDS.
- Required for hazardous materials like toner and batteries
- Provides first aid and spill response information
- Should be kept accessible where hazardous materials are used
Memory trick: Safety Data Sheet: your Safety Guide for hazardous goods.