Science sem 2 (010) - Chemistry WHMIS/GHS/pictogram

*feb 4

WHMIS

workplace hazardous materials information system

WHMIS ( key elements in the system)

• hazard classification

• labelling of containers

• provision of materials safety data sheets (SDSs)

• worker education and training programs

GHS

global harmonized system

pictogram

• graphic images that immediately show the user of a hazardous product

• most pictograms have a distinctive red border

Exploding bomb

for explosion or reactivity hazards

Flame

for fire hazards

flame over circle

for oxidizing hazards

gas cylinder

for gases under pressure

corrosion

for corrosive damage to metals, as well as skin and eyes

skull and crossbones

can cause death or toxicity with short exposure to small amounts

health hazard

may cause or suspected of causing serious health effects

exclamation mark

may cause less serious health effects or damage the ozone layer

environment

may cause damage to the aquatic environment

biohazardous infectious materials

for organisms or toxins that can cause diseases in people or animals