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Employee Training Gold Crown
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W -Workplace H - Hazardous M - Material I - Information S - System
What is W.H.M.I.S ? W -Workplace H - Hazardous M - Material I - Information S - System
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W.H.M.I.S Classifications
WHMIS is classified into six different hazard classes, and depicted by eight different hazard symbols.
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CLASS A: COMPRESSED GAS
W.H.M.I.S CLASS A: COMPRESSED GAS This class includes compressed gases, dissolved gases, and gases liquefied by compression or refrigeration.
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CLASS B: FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
W.H.M.I.S CLASS B: FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL This class includes solids, liquids, and gases capable of catching fire.
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CLASS C: OXIDIZING MATERIAL
W.H.M.I.S CLASS C: OXIDIZING MATERIAL These materials increase the risk of fire if they come in contact with flammable or combustible materials.
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W.H.M.I.S CLASS D: POISONOUS AND INFECTIOUS MATERIAL Division 1: Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects These materials can cause death or immediate injury when a person is exposed to small amounts.
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W.H.M.I.S CLASS D: POISONOUS AND INFECTIOUS MATERIAL - Division 2: Materials Causing Toxic EFFECTS These materials can cause life-threatening and serious long-term health.
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These materials contain harmful micro-organisms. Very Dangerous.
W.H.M.I.S POISONOUS AND INFECTIOUS MATERIAL - Division 3: Biohazardous Infectious MATERIAL These materials contain harmful micro-organisms. Very Dangerous.
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CLASS E: CORROSIVE MATERIAL
W.H.M.I.S CLASS E: CORROSIVE MATERIAL This class includes caustic and acid materials that can destroy the skin or eat through metals.
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CLASS F: DANGEROUSLY REACTIVE MATERIAL
W.H.M.I.S CLASS F: DANGEROUSLY REACTIVE MATERIAL These products may self-react dangerously upon standing or when exposed to physical shock.
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M.S.D.S
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What is M.S.D.S? A Material Safety Data Sheet is a bulletin that provides hazard information, safe handling info, and emergency procedures for a product.
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You’re Ready! You’re ready to go and use your newly acquired skills to be safe in the workplace!
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