WHMIS symbols Flashcards
What does the flame symbol stand for?
The product may catch fire if near heat, flames, or sparks.
What does the Oxidizing symbol stand for?
The substance may cause exothermic reactions with other chemicals.
What does the Gas under pressure stand for?
The gases inside are under pressure.
What does the Corrosion symbol stand for?
The chemicals may damage living tissue on contact. including metals and eyes.
What does the Explosion symbol stand for?
This container is explosive.
What does the death or toxicity symbol stand for?
The chemicals can cause sickness or death.
What does the Health hazard symbol mean?
The chemicals may cause health effects in humans.
What does the Exclamation mark symbol mean?
It could cause less serious health effects or damage to the ozone layer.
What does the Biohazardous infectious materials symbol mean?
It can cause diseases in animals or people.
To safely smell a substance in the lab:
What does WHMIS stand for
Workplace, Hazardous, Materials, information, system
