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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Hazardous Household Product Symbols (HHPS) There are two systems of hazardous materials labeling
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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
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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 1-800-CHE-MICAL Supplier identifier FRANCAIS AU VERSO
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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
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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
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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?..
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Class C: Oxidizing Material Characteristics Can cause other materials to burn or explode by providing oxygen May burn skin and eyes on contact
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Class E: Corrosive Material Characteristics ´Will burn eyes and skin on contact ´Will burn tissues of respiratory tract if inhaled 7
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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
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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
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Class F: Dangerously Reactive Precautions Store away from heat Avoid shock and friction Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing
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Corrosive Flammable Explosive Poison Hazardous Household Product Symbols (HHPS) Appear on many products that are common around the house.
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The four types of HHPS hazard
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