WHMIS Flashcards
What does WHMIS stand for
Workplace. Hazardous. Materials. Information. System.
What does the symbol flame mean
For fire hazards
Symbol: Flame over circle
For oxidizing hazards
Symbol: Gas cylinder
For gases under pressure
Symbol: Corrosion
For corrosive damage to metals as well as skin, and eyes
Symbol: Exploding bomb
For explosion or reaction hazards
Symbol: Skull and cross bones
Can cause death
Symbol: Health hazards
Health hazards may cause or suspected of causing serious health issues
Symbol: Exclamation mark
May cause less serious health effects or damage the ozone layer
Symbol: Biohazardous infectious materials
For organism or toxins that can cause death in humans and animals
Are you allowed to wear your hair down or run in the lab
No
How do you dress appropriately
You wear a lab coat, safety googles, and gloves.
Are you allowed to have food in the lab
No you are not
Should you be on your phone or not paying attention while in the lab
No you should always be attentive
Do you have a messy workspace
No you have to keep a clean workspace