WHMIS

Question 1

What is a GHS label

Answer 1

system of labelling that gives the necessary information about the safe handling of a material

Question 2

what are Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Answer 2

sheets containing more detailed information about the dangers and safe handling of a material

Question 3

What is WHMIS education for employees in a workplace

Answer 3

process to make sure all workers are properly educated on the dangers and safe handling of materials

Question 4

what are the effects of a compressed gas

Answer 4

it could explode

Question 5

what is the GHS symbol for a compressed gas

Answer 5

a small black cylinder

Question 6

what precautions should be taken when handling a compressed gas

Answer 6

ensure the container is secured and stored in an appropriate place

Question 7

what are two examples of a compressed gas

Answer 7

hair spray, fire extinguisher

Question 8

what is the GHS symbol for an oxidizing material

Answer 8

an O with a flame around it and a black line underneath

Question 9

what does the O stand for in the GHS symbol for an oxidizing material

Answer 9

oxidizing

Question 10

what are the effects of an oxidizing material

Answer 10

really reactive, produce oxygen which can cause a bigger fire, can cause other materials to combust or be self reactive

Question 11

what precautions should be taken when handling an oxidizing material

Answer 11

store away from combustibles, keep in a well-ventilated space, keep away from heat in a cool place

Question 12

what are 3 examples of an oxidizing material

Answer 12

bleach, oxygen, gas

Question 13

what is the GHS symbol for a flammable material

Answer 13

a flame with a black line underneath it

Question 14

what are the effects of a flammable material

Answer 14

will continue to burn if exposed to heat, usually will make a fire bigger, extremely flammable

Question 15

what precautions should be taken when handling a flammable material

Answer 15

keep away from any heat source, keep away from flames

Question 16

what are 2 examples of a flammable material

Answer 16

gasoline, propane

Question 17

what is the GHS symbol for a corrosive material

Answer 17

two testubes pouring liquid; on the left its making a dent in a block object and on the right its damaging someones hand

Question 18

what are the effects of a corrosive material

Answer 18

reacts with living tissue, can react with metals

Question 19

what precautiosn should be taken when handling corrosive materials

Answer 19

make sure to be wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

Question 20

what are 2 examples of corrosive materials

Answer 20

suphuric acid, caustic sodas

Question 21

what is the GHS symbol for an explosive

Answer 21

something exploding everywehre

Question 22

what are the effects of a explosive material

Answer 22

very volatile, reacts with movement, may react with fir, shock friction, heat, and puncture, resulting in an explosion

Question 23

what precautions should be taken when dealing with an explosive material

Answer 23

handle and store with lots of care

Question 24

whats an example of an explosive

Answer 24

nitroglycerin

Question 25

whats the GHS symbol for an iritant

Answer 25

a black exxclamtion mark

Question 26

what are the effects of an irritant

Answer 26

poisonous, cuaes immediate and severe harm, wont necessarily kill you

Question 27

what precautions should be taken when handling an irritant

Answer 27

avoid breathing it in, don't want it to touch skin, wash hands very well after handling, protect eyes and skin at all times

Question 28

example of an irritant

Answer 28

hydrochloric acid

Question 29

whats the GHS symbol for a health hazard

Answer 29

person with a large hole and cracks in the chest

Question 30

effects of a health hazard

Answer 30

poisonous, causes long term health effects

Question 31

precautions to take when dealing with a health hazard

Answer 31

make sure to be in a very ventilated area

Question 32

whats an example of a health hazard

Answer 32

Benzi

Question 33

whats the GHS symbol for a toxic effects material

Answer 33

a skull and crossbones

Question 34

what are the effects of a toxic material

Answer 34

will cause immediate serious harm and or death

Question 35

what precautions should be taken when handling a toxic material

Answer 35

avoid skin contact, don't breathe it in, wear PPE

Question 36

whats an example of a toxic effects material

Answer 36

cyanide

Question 37

what are the 5 main types of physical hazards?

Answer 37

compressed gas, oxidizing material, flammable material, corrosive material, explosive

Question 38

what are the 3 main types of health hazards

Answer 38

irritant, health hazard, toxic effects material

Question 39

what is L50

Answer 39

how much of the product it would take to kill 50 rats

Question 40

when handling any harmful material, what should you always do

Answer 40

avoid breathing it in, protect skin and eyes, have good ventilation

Question 41

what do you need to immediately do when entering a lab situation

Answer 41

ensure you don't have any loose/baggy clothing, tie any long hair back and ensure no hair is dangling or in the face, take off any jewelry, wear goggles at all times

Question 42

never leave a _______ unattended

Answer 42

open flame

Question 43

when heating a test tube, touch with ________

Answer 43

gloves or tongs

Question 44

if a test tube is fuming, never _______

Answer 44

point it at yourself or your partner

Question 45

never be in a lab _______

Answer 45

alone

Question 46

what do you do if you spill any form of material, even if it is just a tiny bit

Answer 46

immediately go tell the teacher

Question 47

always know where the _____, _______, and _________ are in the lab

Answer 47

eyewash station, fire extinguisher, any other safety features