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WHMIS and YouBy: Steven Zhuo
What is WHMIS? Workplace Hazardous Materials Information
System Came in effect on October 31st 1988 Provides info about hazardous materials and how
to protect yourself. 8 symbols Must know WHMIS if one works around
hazardous substances Enforced by Labor Branch of Human Resources
Development Canada
Why was it developed? Too many employees are getting
injured Created to stop injuries Created in response to the Canadian
worker’s right Worker’s right to know about
potential hazards Chemicals can cause serious injuries Reduce chances of exposure to
dangerous chemicals
What are the symbols?
Compressed
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
Flammable
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
Oxidizing
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
Biohazard
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
Corrosive
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
Reactive
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
Toxic
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What are the symbols?
POISONOUS
http://www.worksafebc.com/publications/health_and_safety/whmis/pub_40_20_20_10.asp
What is Material Safety Data Sheet?
MSDSs are prepared by the supplier or manufacturer of the material
Gives information about the hazards Talks about health and environmental
hazards Provides information on how to safely
handle product Contains information about uses,
storage, handling procedures, etc. Emergency procedures
How it looks
http://biodiesel.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/5521001332/m/2531074372
Why is WHMIS Important?
For the worker’s safety Informs workers about hazardous
substances Hazardous ingredients Prevents anyone from mishandling any
hazardous material Gives information on how to work safely
with products Tells worker how to store the product Tells readers signs of overexposure Gives workers emergency procedures
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Thank you!