WHMIS Worksheet

1. What does WHMIS stand for?

Workplace hazardous materials information system

2. What 4 important questions should you as a worker be able to answer surrounding the
chemicals you work with?
What is the hazard, how to protect myself, what should i do in an accident, and how do i get
more information

3.

1. Gasses under pressure

2. Flammable
 3. Oxidizers
4. Toxic // poison
5. Flammable and combustable
6. Bio hazardous
7. Corrosive

4. Match the dangers associated with each of the hazards.

1.Dangerously Reactive explosion of container __

2.Corrosive materials ​ ​ potential to catch fire or exploding if ignited ​__

3.Oxidizing Materials ​Have the potential to cause a fire or react with flammable materials __

4.Flammable and Combustible ​ ​ unstable chemicals, handle with care __

5.Toxic effects ​ ​may take years to discover effects, prolonged exposure could be
dangerous __

6.Compressed Gas ​ ​ exposure to disease ​__

7.Bio hazardous ​ ​ Burn hazard damage to eyes and skin ​__

8.Poisonous ​ ​ Toxic chemicals, usually take effect quickly. Seriously harmful/deadly __

5. Provide an example of an oxidizer _____hydrogen peroxide ___________________

6. ​TRUE OR FALSE
a) Suppliers must provide labels to identify the hazards of the chemicals they are providing
True

b) Employers must ensure that all chemicals entering the workplace have a supplier label
attached
True

7. What information must be provided on a supplier label?

The brand name, chemical name, the address and phone number of the manufacturer.
8. What is a MSDS?

Material safety data sheet

9. When are workplace labels used?

When there is a hazardous product or thing in the building.

10. What information is found on a workplace label?

Product name, self handling precautions,

11. Where should MSDS sheets be stored?

With or near the product

12. Who is responsible for understanding the chemicals found in the workplace?
a) Employer b) Employee c) Both A and B