5 Questions
Which system is designed to provide information about dangerous materials in the workplace?
WHMIS
What does GHS stand for?
Globally Harmonized System
How many major hazard groups is WHMIS categorized into?
Two
Which hazard is represented by the Exploding Bomb pictogram?
Physical Hazard
What information must be included on a supplier label?
Product identifier, Initial Supplier’s Identifier, Pictogram(s), Signal Word, Hazard Statement, Precautionary Statement, Supp.
Study Notes
Workplace Hazard Management
- WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) is designed to provide information about dangerous materials in the workplace.
GHS
- GHS stands for Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals.
WHMIS Hazard Groups
- WHMIS is categorized into two major hazard groups: physical hazards and health hazards.
Pictograms
- The Exploding Bomb pictogram represents the hazard of explosive materials.
Supplier Label Requirements
- A supplier label must include the following information: product identifier, supplier identifier, hazard pictograms, signal words, hazard statements, precautionary statements, and supplemental information.
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