Workplace Hazardous Materials Information

System (WHMIS)

Hazardous Household

Product Symbols(HHPS)

There are two systemsof hazardous materials labeling

WHMIS system is used at workplaces: restaurants, repair shops, industrial plants, and schools.

• Duties of the Employer

– Conduct Workplace Inventory

– Ensure Proper Labeling is Used

– Label Piping Systems/Vessels/Reactors

– Maintain and Make Available MSDS’s

– Train Workers

• Duties of a Worker

– Participate in Training

– Apply Knowledge and Training

FIRST AID:EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Consult with physician

SKIN: Flush with water as per sulphuric acid

INGESTION: Treat as per sulphuric acid. Consult with physician

WHMIS Supplier’s Label

PRODUCT IDENTIFIERTOLUENE SULFONIC ACIDRISK PHRASES:Highly irritating to skin, eyes, and nose

HEALTH HAZARD DATA:

Strong Acid: Treat as sulphuric acid

EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: ACUTE

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTEYE: Face shield and gogglesGLOVES: Rubber

OTHER CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: Rubber apron, rubber boots

Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet

ABC Chemicals123 Chemical DriveChemical City1-800-CHE-MICAL

Supplier identifier

FRANCAIS AU VERSO

WHMIS Workplace Label

PRODUCT IDENTIFIERMethyl AlcoholPrecautions:Use in well ventilated area

Avoid contact with skin and eyes

Keep away from spark and flame

Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet

FRANCAIS AU VERSO

Workplace Labels Required:

On controlled products produced and used in the workplace,

if the label becomes illegible.

If material received from a supplier is transferred to another container*

*not required if transferred material is used in its entirety prior to the end of the work shift

Workplace Labels

Agent Green

Do not have provide detailed information. They are often placed on small containers. They indicate:

• Product name

• Precautions• Reference to MSDS

What is MSDS?..

Material Safety Data Sheets• Detailed information about

hazardous materials stored in the office

• Must be provided by supplier• Must be accessible to ALL

workers in the workplace• Must be kept up to date• Must be made available to

doctor in the event of exposure

Class A: Compressed GasCharacteristics

´Gas inside cylinder is under pressure´The cylinder may

explode if heated or damaged´ Sudden release of high

pressure gas streams may puncture skin and cause fatal embolism

Class A: Compressed GasPrecautions

Transport and handle with care

Make sure cylinders are properly secured

Store away from sources of heat or fire

Use proper regulator

Class B: Flammable and Combustible Material

CharacteristicsMay burn or explode when exposed to heat, sparks or flames

Flammable: burns readily at room temperature

Combustible: burns when heated

Class B: Flammable and Combustible Material

Precautions

Store away from Class C (oxidizing materials)

Store away from sources of heat, sparks and flame

Do not smoke near these materials

Class C: Oxidizing Material

CharacteristicsCan cause other

materials to burn or explode by providing oxygen

May burn skin and eyes on contact

Class C: Oxidizing Material

PrecautionsStore away from Class B (flammable and combustible) materials

Store away from sources of heat and ignition

Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Class D, Division 1Materials Causing Immediate and

Serious Toxic EffectsCharacteristics

May cause immediate death or serious injury if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin

Class D, Division 1Materials Causing Immediate and

Serious Toxic EffectsPrecautions

Avoid inhaling gas or vapoursAvoid skin and eye contactWear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Do not eat, drink or smoke near these materials

Wash hands after handling

Class D, Division 2Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects

Characteristics´May cause death or permanent injury following repeated or long-term exposure´May irritate eyes, skin and breathing passages: may lead to chronic lung problems and skin sensitivity´May cause liver or kidney damage, cancer, birth defects or sterility

Class D, Division 2Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects

PrecautionsAvoid inhaling gas or vapoursAvoid skin and eye contactWear the recommended

protective equipment and clothing

Do not eat, drink or smoke near these materials

Wash hands after handling

Class D, Division 3Biohazardous Infectious Material

CharacteristicsContact with microbiological agents (e.g., bacteria, viruses, fungi and their toxins) may cause illness or death

Class D, Division 3Biohazardous Infectious Material

PrecautionsWear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Work with these materials in designated areas

Disinfect area after handling

Wash hands after handling

Class E: Corrosive MaterialCharacteristics

´Will burn eyes and skin on contact´Will burn tissues of respiratory tract if inhaled

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Class E: Corrosive MaterialPrecautions

Store acids and bases in separate areas

Avoid inhaling these materials

Avoid contact with skin and eyes

Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Class F: Dangerously Reactive Material

CharacteristicsMay be unstable, reacting dangerously to jarring, compression, heat or exposure to light

May burn, explode or produce dangerous gases when mixed with incompatible materials

Class F: Dangerously Reactive Precautions

Store away from heatAvoid shock and frictionWear the recommended

protective equipment and clothing

Corrosive

Flammable

Explosive

Poison

Hazardous Household Product Symbols (HHPS)

Appear on many products that are common around the house.

The four types of HHPS hazard

The four types of HHPS hazard

The four types of HHPS hazard

The four types of HHPS hazard