Chemical Safety and Hazard Classification Quiz

Study Notes

Chemical Inventory:

A list of all substances used in an office that contain chemicals.
This inventory is important for tracking and managing the use and disposal of these chemicals.

Hazard Classification:

A systematic standardized statement that categorizes health and physical hazards into separate classifications.
Helps to identify and communicate specific risks.

Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS):

An organization that defines and classifies the hazards of chemical products.
Provides a framework for communicating health and safety information on labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Hazard Statements:

Assigned to the hazard class and category.
Describe the nature of the chemical hazard(s) including the degree of hazard.

Hazard Class:

A classification that defines the hazardous properties of a chemical.
These properties can pose a potential hazard to human health and safety.

Pictograms:

Graphic elements used on a hazard label to identify the specific hazard class and category.
Act as a visual reminder of the hazards associated with a particular chemical.

Precautionary Statements:

Phrases that describe recommended measures to minimize or prevent adverse effects from exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Include instructions for proper storage, handling, and disposal.

Signal Word :

Words used on the SDS to indicate the severity of the hazard:
- Warning for less severe hazard categories
- Danger for more severe hazard categories

Safety Data Sheet (SDS):

A form provided by the chemical manufacturer that provides printed information regarding the hazards of materials and products that contain chemicals.
Includes information on the chemical’s properties, hazards, safe handling, first aid procedures, and emergency procedures.

Product Identifier:

A name or number used for a hazardous chemical on a label or in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
This identifier helps to distinguish specific chemicals and is crucial for proper identification and safety practices.

Acute Exposure:

High levels of exposure over a short period.
Can lead to immediate effects on health.

Chronic Exposure:

Continuous or repeated contact with a substance over a long period.
Effects may not be immediately apparent but can cause long-term health problems.

Flammable Materials:

Materials that are easily ignited and burn rapidly.
Examples include gasoline, alcohol, and some aerosols.

Oxidizers:

A chemical that can react or cause a chemical to react with oxygen, causing a severe fire hazard.
Oxidizers can intensify fire and create a significant risk.

Physical Hazards:

Chemicals that can be a combustible liquid, a compressed gas, an explosive material, flammable-reactive, or water-reactive, and is a health hazard.

Health Hazard:

A chemical, physical or biological exposure that can affect an employee’s short or long term health.
Examples include carcinogens, irritants, and toxins.

Infectious Waste:

Waste that includes biologic materials capable of transmitting an infectious disease.
Requires special handling and disposal procedures to prevent the spread of infection.

Toxic Waste:

Waste that can have a toxic effect to humans.
Requires proper handling and disposal to minimize environmental and health risks.

Contaminated waste:

Waste that is contaminated from potentially infectious body fluids of a patient.
Requires proper handling and disposal to prevent the spread of infection.

Hazardous waste:

Waste that poses a risk to humans or the environment if discarded into landfill or poured down the drain.
Requires proper handling and disposal according to regulations.

Regulated Waste:

Items that have been deemed to pose a risk to humans or the environment.
Disposal is regulated by the state for medical waste and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for chemical waste.

Description

Test your knowledge on chemical inventory, hazard classification, and the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). This quiz covers essential concepts such as hazard statements and pictograms to enhance your understanding of chemical safety in the workplace.

Chemical Safety and Hazard Classification Quiz

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Acute exposure refers to continuous contact with a substance over a long period.

Hazard classification divides health and physical hazards into separate classifications.

Flammable materials are substances that are incapable of catching fire.

The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) helps communicate health and safety information.

Contaminated waste refers to waste that is free of infectious body fluids.

Hazard statements describe the nature of hazards and include the degree of hazard when appropriate.

Chronic exposure is defined as high levels of exposure for a short duration.

Infectious waste includes biologic materials that can transmit an infectious disease.

Precautionary statements are phrases that describe recommended measures for handling hazardous chemicals.

Oxidizers are chemicals that do not react with oxygen and do not pose fire hazards.