WHMIS/GHS Symbols

Question 1

What does GHS stand for?

Answer 1

Globally Harmonized Symbols

Question 2

Compressed Gas

Answer 2

• Explosion danger, gas under pressure
• May explode if heated, punctured or dropped

Question 3

Flammable Material

Answer 3

Potential Fire Hazard. Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air, water, heat, sparks, flames or as a result of friction

Question 4

Oxidizing

Answer 4

• Fire and/or explosion risk in the presence of flammable or combustible material
• May cause fire or intensify the combustion of other materials

Question 5

Health Hazard

Answer 5

• May cause allergic reaction, cancer, birth defects, damage organs or harm unborn children

Question 6

Harmful or Fatal

Answer 6

• Acute toxicity, potentially fatal
• Poisonous substance if inhaled, swallowed, or thought skin contact

Question 7

Harmful

Answer 7

• Harmful to skin, eyes or respiratory system
• Fatal in large amounts
• Hazardous to the Ozone Layer

Question 8

Explosion Hazard

Answer 8

• Risk of explosion due to fire, shock, friction, heat or puncture

Question 9

Corrosive

Answer 9

• Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
• Is corrosive to metal

Question 10

Harmful to the environment

Answer 10

Harmful to the environment and/or aquatic life with long-lasting effects

Question 11

Biohazardous Infectious Materials

Answer 11

• For organisms or toxins that can cause serious disease in people or animals
• Resulting in illness or death

Question 12

What does WHMIS stand for?

Answer 12

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System