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What is the primary purpose of WHMIS in Canada?

To promote the use of hazardous materials in the workplace

To regulate the import of chemicals in Canada

To provide a comprehensive system to communicate and inform workers on the safe use of hazardous materials (correct)

To monitor the environmental impact of hazardous materials

When did WHMIS become law in Canada?

October 31, 1988 (correct)

October 31, 1985

October 31, 1995

October 31, 1990

What is the main goal of the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)?

To create a system that only applies to Canadian workplaces

To increase the use of hazardous materials in the workplace

To adopt and use the same set of rules for classifying hazards, and the same format and content for labels and safety data sheets around the world (correct)

To develop a system that is only used for labelling chemicals

Why was the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) developed?

To address the confusion created by different countries having different ways of classifying chemicals and identifying hazardous products Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of different countries having different ways of classifying chemicals and identifying hazardous products?

Confusion and increased risks and hazards to workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the safety data sheets (SDS) in the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)?

To communicate health and safety information Signup and view all the answers

What should instruction include regarding labelling in the plant?

Proper use of supplier labels, workplace labels, and other forms of labelling Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a test approved by a safety officer or other jurisdictional representative?

To verify that the worker has competent knowledge of the WHMIS program Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of hands-on training after completing the test?

To familiarize the worker with the practices of working with hazardous materials in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for providing appropriate training in each employment assignment?

The employer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including the location of safety equipment in the training?

So that workers can locate it in case of an emergency Signup and view all the answers

What is required beyond the initial WHMIS training?

Additional training will be required Signup and view all the answers

When did Canada incorporate GHS for Canadian workplaces and amend WHMIS 1988?

February 11, 2015 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 3-stage transition plan for WHMIS implementation?

To allow suppliers, employers, and workers time to adjust to the new system Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of suppliers who manufacture or import hazardous products?

To provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) or Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to their customers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a supplier label?

To provide all the information required in order to use it safely Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a supplier label and a workplace label?

Supplier labels are on every hazardous product, while workplace labels are used when a supplier label is damaged or missing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?

To provide a detailed description of the hazardous material Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an SDS and an MSDS?

SDS conforms to an international method of identification, while MSDS does not Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the employer in terms of WHMIS training?

To provide WHMIS training to the workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of WHMIS training?

To cover all aspects of WHMIS, including labelling, SDS, and safe use Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the worker in WHMIS?

To participate in their training and education, and protect themselves and their co-workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the training on the safe use of hazardous materials on site?

The safety features and other conditions in the plant that the use of these materials requires Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the test approved by a safety officer or other jurisdictional representative?

To evaluate the worker's knowledge of the WHMIS program Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of the hands-on training after completing the test?

The worker will become familiar with the practices of working with hazardous materials in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the location of the SDS and other safety literature in the training?

It provides a reference for workers in case of an emergency Signup and view all the answers

What is the employer's responsibility in terms of providing training?

To provide appropriate training in each employment assignment Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of the training program?

To reduce the risk of accidents and injuries in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the main driving force behind the development of the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals?

The growth of global trade and commerce Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of WHMIS becoming law in Canada on October 31, 1988?

It ensured that all Canadian jurisdictions adhered to the same system Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of adopting a unified system for classifying hazards and labelling chemicals?

It enhances the safety of workers by reducing confusion Signup and view all the answers

Who were the key stakeholders involved in the development of WHMIS?

A group of representatives from the Canadian government, employers, and workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals?

To create a universal system for classifying hazards and labelling chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of different countries having different ways of classifying chemicals and identifying hazardous products?

It creates confusion and increases risks and hazards to workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the transition from WHMIS 1988 to WHMIS 2015?

To align with the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the SDS and MSDS?

The number of sections in the document Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of employers in terms of WHMIS?

To ensure the safe use of hazardous products Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the workplace label?

To provide information for the safe use of the product Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the worker in WHMIS?

To participate in identifying and controlling hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 3-stage transition plan for WHMIS implementation?

To allow all stakeholders to adjust to the new system Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of information about a hazardous product?

The supplier label Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the employer in terms of workplace labels?

To ensure the labels are properly prepared Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the SDS in the workplace?

To provide comprehensive information about the product Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the employer in terms of worker training?

To provide training on all aspects of WHMIS Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for proper training of workers handling gas cylinders?

To reduce the number of accidents in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of dropping a gas cylinder?

The valve may be damaged and turn the cylinder into a projectile Signup and view all the answers

What information should workers be aware of when handling gas cylinders?

The type and density of the gas, as well as its vapour pressure Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consult local jurisdictional regulatory requirements for gas cylinder handling?

To ensure compliance with site-specific policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the guidelines for safe handling of gas cylinders?

To reduce the number of accidents in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the rules for safe handling of compressed gas cylinders?

They are general guidelines that should be followed Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for an operator to do with a gas cylinder?

Identify, operate, and connect/disconnect the cylinder to a header if necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is important to recognize when handling hydrocarbons?

Their flammability, explosive limits, flash point, and ignition temperature Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have access to the MSDS or SDS?

To understand the properties and hazards of the product Signup and view all the answers

What is required for Power Engineers in terms of WHMIS training?

WHMIS training in their workplace is required Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for employees in terms of WHMIS training?

Training on all components of WHMIS is required Signup and view all the answers

What is important to understand when using hydrocarbons?

Their properties and characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the temperature at which a fuel/air mixture will burn?

Ignition temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 'blanket' of inert gas in large oil tanks?

To prevent infiltration of air Signup and view all the answers

At what temperature will butane produce a flammable vapour?

-60°C Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Power Engineer regarding hydrocarbon storage?

Monitoring pressures, temperatures, and flows Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checking levels periodically in oil tanks?

To prevent overflow due to expansion Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the operator in storing oils, greases, and solvents?

To occasionally use or move these fluids Signup and view all the answers

At what temperature does gasoline vapourize?

-43°C Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the flash point of a hydrocarbon?

It is the temperature at which a hydrocarbon will produce a flammable vapour Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of keeping gasoline warm in northern Canadian winters?

To facilitate vapourization Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for keeping the metal cap on a cylinder when moving or storing it?

To protect the valve Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the operator in monitoring oil tanks?

To check levels periodically Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the safety valve on top of a cylinder?

To relieve excess vapour pressure Signup and view all the answers

Why should acetylene and oxygen cylinders be stored in separate areas?

To prevent explosions Signup and view all the answers

What is the flash point of a liquid?

The lowest temperature at which it produces sufficient vapour to form a flammable mixture Signup and view all the answers

What is the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) of a hydrocarbon?

The minimum concentration of hydrocarbon gas in air that will ignite Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for inspecting tanks and cylinders regularly?

To detect any damage or defects Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with a cylinder that is suspected to be damaged?

It should be taken out of service and returned to the supplier Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for storing gas cylinders outside of a building?

To reduce the risk of explosion or fire Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a hydrocarbon liquid is heated and mixed with air?

It produces more flammable gas Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for not storing gas cylinders on their side?

To prevent the safety valve from being flooded with liquid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of regulating gas cylinders by Transport Canada?

To reduce the number of accidents in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for not dropping a cylinder?

The valve may be damaged, causing the cylinder to become a projectile Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of safe handling and storage of gas cylinders?

Knowing the type and density of gases contained in the cylinders Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of consulting local jurisdictional regulatory requirements for gas cylinder handling?

To ensure site-specific policies and procedures are followed Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of proper training in the safe handling and storage of gas cylinders?

It reduces the risk of accidents in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of rules for the safe handling of compressed gas cylinders?

To reduce the number of accidents in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical component of WHMIS training for Power Engineers?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of handling hydrocarbons safely?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of labelling products in the workplace?

To meet regulatory requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of the operator when handling gas cylinders?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for Power Engineers to receive WHMIS training in their workplace?

To receive specific training on workplace hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical aspect of WHMIS training for Power Engineers?

Applying general WHMIS principles to workplace hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for not rolling a cylinder on its bottom edge?

To prevent the cylinder from slipping and falling Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the safety valve at the top of a cylinder?

To relieve excess vapour pressure Signup and view all the answers

Why must acetylene and oxygen cylinders be stored in separate areas?

To prevent explosion from leakage Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum concentration of hydrocarbon gas in air that will ignite?

Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for inspecting tanks and cylinders regularly?

To detect damage or corrosion Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a hydrocarbon liquid is heated and mixed with air?

It ignites rapidly and may explode Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep the metal cap on a cylinder when moving or storing it?

To protect the valve from damage Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of knowing the properties of hydrocarbon fluids?

To handle and store hydrocarbon fluids safely Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of storing gas cylinders in an upright position?

To prevent the safety valve from being flooded with liquid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for disconnecting hoses and piping from cylinders before storing them?

To prevent leakage and ensure the valves are closed Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum temperature at which butane can produce a flammable mixture?

-60°C Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a 'blanket' of inert gas in large oil tanks?

To ensure that air does not get into the tank Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the ignition temperature of a fuel?

It is the temperature at which a fuel/air mixture will burn Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to check the levels of oil in tanks periodically?

To ensure that water is not accumulating in the tank Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the operator in storing hydrocarbons?

To monitor the pressures, temperatures, and flows of hydrocarbons Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a small barrel pump to transfer oil from a barrel to a smaller container?

To reduce the risk of spills Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the saturation temperature of a hydrocarbon?

It is the temperature at which a hydrocarbon evaporates Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep gasoline warm in northern Canadian winters?

To prevent the gasoline from freezing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having a vapour space in oil tanks?

To ensure that the oil has room to expand if it gets warm Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the flash point of a hydrocarbon?

It is the temperature at which a hydrocarbon produce a flammable mixture Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of WHMIS in Canada?

When did WHMIS become law in Canada?

What is the main goal of the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)?

Why was the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) developed?

What is the result of different countries having different ways of classifying chemicals and identifying hazardous products?

What is the role of the safety data sheets (SDS) in the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)?

What should instruction include regarding labelling in the plant?

What is the purpose of a test approved by a safety officer or other jurisdictional representative?

What is the main goal of hands-on training after completing the test?

Who is responsible for providing appropriate training in each employment assignment?

What is the purpose of including the location of safety equipment in the training?

What is required beyond the initial WHMIS training?

When did Canada incorporate GHS for Canadian workplaces and amend WHMIS 1988?

What is the purpose of the 3-stage transition plan for WHMIS implementation?

What is the responsibility of suppliers who manufacture or import hazardous products?

What is the primary purpose of a supplier label?

What is the difference between a supplier label and a workplace label?

What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?

What is the difference between an SDS and an MSDS?

What is the responsibility of the employer in terms of WHMIS training?

What is the primary purpose of WHMIS training?

What is the role of the worker in WHMIS?

What is the primary focus of the training on the safe use of hazardous materials on site?

What is the purpose of the test approved by a safety officer or other jurisdictional representative?

What is the expected outcome of the hands-on training after completing the test?

What is the significance of the location of the SDS and other safety literature in the training?

What is the employer's responsibility in terms of providing training?

What is the ultimate goal of the training program?

What is the main driving force behind the development of the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals?

What is the significance of WHMIS becoming law in Canada on October 31, 1988?

What is the primary benefit of adopting a unified system for classifying hazards and labelling chemicals?

Who were the key stakeholders involved in the development of WHMIS?

What is the ultimate goal of the Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals?

What is the outcome of different countries having different ways of classifying chemicals and identifying hazardous products?

What is the primary reason for the transition from WHMIS 1988 to WHMIS 2015?

What is the main difference between the SDS and MSDS?

What is the primary responsibility of employers in terms of WHMIS?

What is the purpose of the workplace label?

What is the role of the worker in WHMIS?

What is the purpose of the 3-stage transition plan for WHMIS implementation?

What is the primary source of information about a hazardous product?

What is the responsibility of the employer in terms of workplace labels?

What is the purpose of the SDS in the workplace?

What is the role of the employer in terms of worker training?

What is the primary reason for proper training of workers handling gas cylinders?

What is the potential consequence of dropping a gas cylinder?

What information should workers be aware of when handling gas cylinders?

Why is it important to consult local jurisdictional regulatory requirements for gas cylinder handling?

What is the primary purpose of the guidelines for safe handling of gas cylinders?

What is the significance of the rules for safe handling of compressed gas cylinders?

What is necessary for an operator to do with a gas cylinder?

What is important to recognize when handling hydrocarbons?

Why is it important to have access to the MSDS or SDS?

What is required for Power Engineers in terms of WHMIS training?

What is necessary for employees in terms of WHMIS training?

What is important to understand when using hydrocarbons?

What is the temperature at which a fuel/air mixture will burn?

What is the purpose of a 'blanket' of inert gas in large oil tanks?

At what temperature will butane produce a flammable vapour?

What is the primary responsibility of the Power Engineer regarding hydrocarbon storage?

What is the purpose of checking levels periodically in oil tanks?

What is the role of the operator in storing oils, greases, and solvents?

At what temperature does gasoline vapourize?

What is the significance of the flash point of a hydrocarbon?

What is the purpose of keeping gasoline warm in northern Canadian winters?

What is the primary reason for keeping the metal cap on a cylinder when moving or storing it?

What is the role of the operator in monitoring oil tanks?

What is the purpose of the safety valve on top of a cylinder?

Why should acetylene and oxygen cylinders be stored in separate areas?

What is the flash point of a liquid?

What is the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) of a hydrocarbon?

What is the primary reason for inspecting tanks and cylinders regularly?

What should be done with a cylinder that is suspected to be damaged?

What is the primary reason for storing gas cylinders outside of a building?

What happens when a hydrocarbon liquid is heated and mixed with air?

What is the primary reason for not storing gas cylinders on their side?