WHMIS Symbols Flashcards
1
Q
What does WHMIS stand for?
A
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
2
Q
How many are there?
A
8
3
Q
A
Compressed Gas
Class A
4
Q
A
Flammable and Combustible Material
Class B
5
Q
A
Oxidizing Material
Class C
6
Q
A
Class D: poisonous and Infectious Material
- Materials causing immediate and serious toxic effect
7
Q
A
Class D: Posiononous and Infectious Material
- Materials causing other toxic effects
8
Q
A
Class D: Posiononous and Infectious Material
- Biohazardous infectious material
9
Q
A
Class E: Corrosive Material
10
Q
A
Class F: Dangerously Reactive Material
11
Q
What is the purpose of the WHMIS?
A
It’s a proper safety compliance system designed for workers that are involved in handling different kinds of hazardous materials.
