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What is WHMIS?

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The system in Canada for classifying and labeling hazardous products, aligning with the Globally Harmonized System for Classifying and Labelling Chemicals (GHS), protecting against immediate and long-term hazards.

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What is a hazardous product?

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Any material, product, or substance that is a known or expected health risk to humans, sometimes referred to as hazardous materials.

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What legislation enables WHMIS?

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Federally by the Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Product Regulations (HPR); provincially by the Occupational Health & Safety Code (OHS).

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Who enforces WHMIS legislation?

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Occupational Health & Safety officers.

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What are the penalties for non-compliance with WHMIS laws?

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Summary Conviction: First offence $500,000 &/or 18 months in prison; Subsequent offences $1,000,000 &/or 2 years in prison. Criminal Indictment: Fine at the discretion of the courts &/or 5 years in prison.

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Name five types of products exempt from WHMIS.

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Nuclear substances, hazardous waste, tobacco or tobacco products, manufactured articles, and products listed in Schedule 1 of the Hazardous Products Act (HPA).

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List some products exempt from WHMIS under HPA Schedule 1.

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Pest control products, explosives, cosmetics, devices, drugs or foods, consumer products, wood or products made from wood.

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What are the two main types of WHMIS labels?

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Supplier Labels and Workplace Labels.

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What information must be on a Supplier Label?

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Product identifier, supplier identifier, pictogram, signal word, hazard statement, precautionary statements, and supplemental label information.

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What are the characteristics of WHMIS labels?

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They must be legible, prominently displayed, durable, in contrast with other information, and in both official languages.

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What are the two signal words used on WHMIS labels?

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“Danger” for more severe hazards and “Warning” for less severe hazards.

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What is the purpose of hazard statements on WHMIS labels?

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To describe the nature of the hazard posed by the hazardous product.

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What is included in precautionary statements on WHMIS labels?

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Instructions on storage, handling, first aid, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and emergency measures.

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When is a workplace label required?

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For hazardous products transferred to workplace containers, made and used on-site, or if the supplier label is damaged.

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What information must be on a Workplace Label?

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Product identifier, pictograms (optional), safe handling precautions, and reference to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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What are the exceptions to needing a workplace label?

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When a hazardous product is used immediately after being poured into a container or when it’s under the control of the person who decanted it and used within one shift.

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What does SDS stand for?

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Safety Data Sheets

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What must be available for every hazardous product you use or handle?

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A Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Where must SDSs be stored?

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SDSs must be easily accessible and cannot be locked away or hidden.

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Can a hazardous product be used if its SDS is not available?

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No, the product cannot be used if the SDS is not available.

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When must the supplier update the SDS?

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Within 90 days of becoming aware of any significant new data.

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How many sections are there in an SDS?

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There are 16 sections in an SDS.

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What is included in the “Identification” section of an SDS?

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Product identifier, recommended use, Canadian supplier identifier, emergency telephone number.

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What information is found in the “Hazard Identification” section?

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Hazard classification, label elements, other hazards not resulting in classification.

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What details are in the "Composition/Information on Ingredients" section?
Chemical names, common names, CAS registry numbers, concentration of each material or substance.
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What first-aid measures are included in an SDS?
First-aid measures by route of exposure, most important symptoms and effects, immediate medical attention and specific treatment if necessary.
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What should be included in the "Fire Fighting Measures" section of an SDS?
Suitable and unsuitable extinguishing media, specific hazards arising from the hazardous products, special protective equipment for firefighters.
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What information does the "Accidental Release Measures" section cover?
Personal precautions, protective equipment, emergency procedures, methods and materials for containment and cleaning up.
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What is the focus of the "Handling and Storage" section in an SDS?
Precautions for safe handling and conditions for safe storage.
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What details are provided in the "Exposure Controls/Personal Protection" section?
Control parameters, appropriate engineering controls, individual protection measures.
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What are some of the physical and chemical properties listed in the SDS?
Appearance, odour, pH, melting point, boiling range, flash point, evaporation rate, solubility.
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What does the "Stability and Reactivity" section describe?
Reactivity, chemical stability, possibility of hazardous reactions, conditions to avoid, incompatible materials, hazardous decomposition products.
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What is described in the "Toxicological Information" section?
Various toxic health effects, routes of exposure, symptoms, delayed and immediate effects, chronic effects, numerical measures of toxicity.
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What topics are covered under "Ecological Information"?
Ecotoxicity, persistence and degradability, bioaccumulative potential, mobility in soil, other adverse effects.
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What does the "Disposal Considerations" section include?
Information on safe handling for disposal and methods of disposal, including contaminated packaging.
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What transportation details are found in the "Transport Information" section?
UN number, UN proper shipping name, transport hazard classes, packing group, environmental hazards, special precautions
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What regulatory information is provided in an SDS?
Safety, health, and environmental regulations specific to the product.
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What is included in the "Other Information" section of an SDS?
Date of the latest revision, disclaimers, list of reference sources used to prepare the SDS.
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Can suppliers withhold information from labels and SDSs? If so, under what act?
Yes, under the Hazardous Materials Information Review Act (HMIRA).
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What routes of entry are recognized for chemical exposure?
Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion, injection.
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What are the two major groups of hazards in WHMIS?
Physical hazards and health hazards.
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What does the "Combustible Dust" physical hazard class refer to?
Finely divided solid particles that can cause an explosion if ignited when dispersed in air.
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What is "Acute Toxicity" in health hazard classes?
Products that are fatal, toxic, or harmful if inhaled, in contact with skin, or if swallowed.
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What is the "Aspiration Hazard" class?
Products that are fatal if swallowed and enter the airways.
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What is meant by "Germ Cell Mutagenicity"?
Products that may cause genetic defects which can be passed on to future generations.
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What does "Carcinogenicity" include?
Products that may cause or are suspected of causing cancer.
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Exploding Bomb Pictogram
For explosion or reactivity hazards. Appears with certain self-reactive substances and organic peroxides. These materials require careful storage and handling. NOT WITH WHMIS
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Flame
For fire hazards. Catch fire when exposed to an ignition source or if heated sufficiently. Includes flammables, pyrophorics, self-heating substances, and organic peroxides. Examples: Flammable gases, liquids, and solids; pyrophoric liquids, solids, and gases.
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Flame Over Circle
For oxidizing hazards. Enhances the combustion of other materials by providing oxygen or other oxidizing substances. Examples: Hydrogen peroxide, silver nitrate.
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Gas Cylinder
For gases under pressure. Explodes if heated or struck. Can cause freeze burns due to cold vapors. Examples: Propane, nitrogen.
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Corrosion
For corrosive damage to metals, as well as skin and eyes. Can burn skin or eyes on contact, causing permanent damage. Examples: Hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide.
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Skull and Crossbones
Can cause death or toxicity with short exposure to small amounts. Rapid and serious injury or death even in small amounts. Examples: Hydrogen sulfide, sodium cyanide.
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Health Hazard
May cause or be suspected of causing serious health effects. Includes respiratory sensitizers, carcinogens, mutagens, reproductive toxins, aspiration toxins, and specific target organ toxins.
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Exclamation Mark
Can inflame eyes or skin, cause allergic reactions, damage health over long periods, or cause other health problems. Examples: Iodine, acetone.
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Environment
May cause damage to the aquatic environment. Potential to cause short or long-term pollution in air, water, or soil. Pictogram may appear on Safety Data Sheets (SDS) used in Canada.
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Biohazardous Infectious Material
For organisms or toxins that can cause diseases in people or animals. Includes 4 Risk Groups: Low Individual & Community Risk Moderate Individual Risk, Limited Community Risk High Individual Risk, Low Community Risk High Individual & Community Risk Examples: Hepatitis B & C, E. coli, HIV, Ebola, Lassa.
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WHMIS Responsibilities - Suppliers
Determine if the product is considered a 'hazardous product.' Provide hazardous products with supplier labels. Develop SDSs for hazardous products.
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WHMIS Responsibilities - Employers
Ensure hazardous products have proper labels. Obtain and ensure SDSs are readily available and up-to-date. Teach workers to understand and use WHMIS. Train workers on specific hazardous products in the workplace. Provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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WHMIS Responsibilities - Workers
Complete WHMIS training and use the information to work safely. Follow safe work procedures. Use recommended control measures, including PPE. Cooperate with employers and colleagues to ensure safety.
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What must everyone use and update regularly when handling pathogens?
Standard operating procedures.
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Where should food and drink not be allowed?
In the laboratory.
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What should be displayed outside the lab door?
Safety hazard, contamination level, entry requirements, and contact information.
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What must be worn inside the lab?
Lab coats, gloves, and masks.
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How should gloves be handled after use?
Pull gloves inside out when done.
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What should you do first if there is an accidental spill?
Move slowly but deliberately and remove contaminated items.
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What should be used for disinfecting spills?
Sodium Hypochlorite.
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How long should you wait after applying disinfectant on a spill?
30 minutes.
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How should sharps be cleaned up?
Using forceps and placing them into a non-puncture material.
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What should you do if a large amount is spilled?
Leave and come back after a good amount of time.
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What does Biohazard Containment Level II mean?
The lab contains human pathogens with limited risk of spreading and effective treatments available.
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What are the primary exposure hazards at CLII facilities?
Ingestion, inoculation, and mucous membranes.
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What containment devices are used in CLII facilities?
Biosafety cabinets, centrifuges with sealed rotors, PPE.
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What should students do before entering the lab?
Wash hands for 90 seconds and put on lab coat, gloves, and goggles.
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What should students do before leaving the lab?
Decontaminate workspace and wash hands for 90 seconds.
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What can contact with electrical voltage cause?
Electrocution, electrical shock, burns, and falls.
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How can you receive an electrical shock?
By touching a live wire and an electrical ground, or a live wire at a different voltage.
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What increases the chance of electrocution?
Wet clothing, high humidity, and perspiration.
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What are the three types of burns caused by electrical shock?
Electrical burns, arc burns, and thermal contact burns.
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What are the three steps to avoid electrical shock?
Recognize hazards, evaluate hazards, and control hazards.
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What are the two main forms of radiation concerned in the workplace?
Non-ionizing radiation (EM) and ionizing radiation (EM or particulate).
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What are the non-ionizing forms of EM radiation?
ELF, RF & MW, IR, visible light, UV.
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What are the types of ionizing radiation?
Particulate (alpha, beta, neutrons) and electromagnetic (x-ray, gamma rays).
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What must be worn at all times in the lab?
Pants extending to the ankles and suitable footwear covering the whole foot.
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What should be done with long hair in the lab?
It must be tied back.
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How long should you wash your hands after working with lab equipment?
For a minimum of 20 seconds.
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What items are prohibited from laboratories?
Unnecessary items like purses, backpacks, jackets, and pencil cases.
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To whom should damaged equipment, injuries, and accidents be reported?
The instructor and the laboratory supervisor.

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