Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Hazardous Household Product Symbols (HHPS) There are two systems of hazardous materials labeling

WHMIS system is used at workplaces: restaurants, repair shops, industrial plants, and schools. Duties of the Employer –Conduct Workplace Inventory –Ensure Proper Labeling is Used –Label Piping Systems/Vessels/Reactors –Maintain and Make Available MSDS’s –Train Workers Duties of a Worker –Participate in Training –Apply Knowledge and Training

FIRST AID: EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Consult with physician SKIN: Flush with water as per sulphuric acid INGESTION: Treat as per sulphuric acid. Consult with physician WHMIS Supplier’s Label PRODUCT IDENTIFIERTOLUENE SULFONIC ACID RISK PHRASES: Highly irritating to skin, eyes, and nose HEALTH HAZARD DATA: Strong Acid: Treat as sulphuric acid EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: ACUTE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT EYE: Face shield and goggles GLOVES: Rubber OTHER CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: Rubber apron, rubber boots Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet ABC Chemicals 123 Chemical Drive Chemical City CHE-MICAL Supplier identifier FRANCAIS AU VERSO

WHMIS Workplace Label PRODUCT IDENTIFIERMethyl Alcohol Precautions: Use in well ventilated area Avoid contact with skin and eyes Keep away from spark and flame Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet FRANCAIS AU VERSO

Workplace Labels Required: *On controlled products produced and used in the workplace, * if the label becomes illegible. *If material received from a supplier is transferred to another container* *not required if transferred material is used in its entirety prior to the end of the work shift

Workplace Labels Agent Green Do not have provide detailed information. They are often placed on small containers. They indicate: Product name Precautions Reference to MSDS What is MSDS?..

Material Safety Data Sheets Detailed information about hazardous materials stored in the office Must be provided by supplier Must be accessible to ALL workers in the workplace Must be kept up to date Must be made available to doctor in the event of exposure

Class A: Compressed Gas Characteristics ´Gas inside cylinder is under pressure ´The cylinder may explode if heated or damaged ´ Sudden release of high pressure gas streams may puncture skin and cause fatal embolism

Class A: Compressed Gas Precautions Transport and handle with care Make sure cylinders are properly secured Store away from sources of heat or fire Use proper regulator

Class B: Flammable and Combustible Material Characteristics May burn or explode when exposed to heat, sparks or flames Flammable: burns readily at room temperature Combustible: burns when heated

Class B: Flammable and Combustible Material Precautions Store away from Class C (oxidizing materials) Store away from sources of heat, sparks and flame Do not smoke near these materials

Class C: Oxidizing Material Characteristics Can cause other materials to burn or explode by providing oxygen May burn skin and eyes on contact

Class C: Oxidizing Material Precautions Store away from Class B (flammable and combustible) materials Store away from sources of heat and ignition Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Class D, Division 1 Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects Characteristics May cause immediate death or serious injury if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin

Class D, Division 1 Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects Precautions Avoid inhaling gas or vapours Avoid skin and eye contact Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing Do not eat, drink or smoke near these materials Wash hands after handling

Class D, Division 2 Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects Characteristics ´May cause death or permanent injury following repeated or long- term exposure ´May irritate eyes, skin and breathing passages: may lead to chronic lung problems and skin sensitivity ´May cause liver or kidney damage, cancer, birth defects or sterility

Class D, Division 2 Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects Precautions Avoid inhaling gas or vapours Avoid skin and eye contact Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing Do not eat, drink or smoke near these materials Wash hands after handling

Class D, Division 3 Biohazardous Infectious Material Characteristics Contact with microbiological agents (e.g., bacteria, viruses, fungi and their toxins) may cause illness or death

Class D, Division 3 Biohazardous Infectious Material Precautions Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing Work with these materials in designated areas Disinfect area after handling Wash hands after handling

Class E: Corrosive Material Characteristics ´Will burn eyes and skin on contact ´Will burn tissues of respiratory tract if inhaled 7

Class E: Corrosive Material Precautions Store acids and bases in separate areas Avoid inhaling these materials Avoid contact with skin and eyes Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Class F: Dangerously Reactive Material Characteristics May be unstable, reacting dangerously to jarring, compression, heat or exposure to light May burn, explode or produce dangerous gases when mixed with incompatible materials

Class F: Dangerously Reactive Precautions Store away from heat Avoid shock and friction Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Corrosive Flammable Explosive Poison Hazardous Household Product Symbols (HHPS) Appear on many products that are common around the house.

The four types of HHPS hazard