WHMIS in the Workplace

Question 1

What does WHMIS stand for?

Answer 1

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

Question 2

What are the Key Elements of WHMIS?

Answer 2

• Hazard classification
• Cautionary labelling of containers
• The provision of safety data sheets(SDSs)
• Worker education programs

Question 3

What are Suppliers?

Answer 3

People who, in the course of business, sell or import a hazardous product.

Question 4

What must Suppliers do?

Answer 4

• Identify whether their products are hazardous
• Prepare labels and SDSs to provide to purchasers of hazardous products intended for use in a workplace

Question 5

What must Employers do?

Answer 5

• Ensure that hazardous products are properly labelled
• Educate and train workers on hazards and safe use of hazardous products

• Prepare workplace labels and SDSs
• Ensure appropriate control measures are in place to protect the health and safety of workers

Question 6

What must Workers do?

Answer 6

• Participate in WHMIS and chemical safety training programs
• Take necessary steps to protect themselves and their co-workers
• Participate in identifying and controlling hazards

Question 7

Define PPE for Hairdressers

Answer 7

Personal Protective Equipment for hairdressers include: gloves, aprons, closed toe shoes, and pants.