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What is the purpose of WHMIS?
What is the purpose of WHMIS?
- To administer federal Hazardous Products Act
- To regulate workplace safety standards
- To provide cautionary labeling of hazardous materials (correct)
- To facilitate interprovincial trade barriers
When did WHMIS come into effect?
When did WHMIS come into effect?
- October 31, 1988 (correct)
- September 30, 1988
- October 1, 1988
- November 1, 1988
Which government level administers the federal Hazardous Products Act?
Which government level administers the federal Hazardous Products Act?
- Municipal government
- Federal government (correct)
- Territorial government
- Provincial government
What does WHMIS stand for?
What does WHMIS stand for?
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What is the role of WHMIS in interprovincial trade barriers?
What is the role of WHMIS in interprovincial trade barriers?
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Study Notes
WHMIS Overview
- The purpose of WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) is to provide a consistent approach to classifying, communicating, and managing the safe use of hazardous products in the workplace.
History and Administration
- WHMIS came into effect in 1988.
- The federal Hazardous Products Act, which governs WHMIS, is administered by Health Canada, a federal government level agency.
WHMIS Acronym
- WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
Role in Interprovincial Trade
- WHMIS helps to address interprovincial trade barriers by providing a consistent and standardized approach to handling hazardous products across Canada, facilitating the safe transportation and use of these products across provinces.
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Test your knowledge of Canada's Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) with this quiz. Explore key elements such as cautionary labelling, material safety data sheets, and more.
