What do the GHS pictograms mean? Standard Pictogram. The Hazard Communication Standard HCS requires pictograms on labels to alert users of the chemical hazards to which they may be exposed. Each pictogram consists of a symbol on a white background framed within a red border and represents a distinct hazard s. Hitos Hinzemann Teacher. What does GHS stand for? Globally Harmonized System. Lidice Cola Teacher. How many sections are there in SDS?
Wilmar Algeciras Reviewer. It is a comprehensive system that provides information on how to use hazardous materials safely at work. WHMIS uses a combination of standardized labeling, material safety data sheets MSDS and education to keep people informed of any potential hazards associated with materials and chemicals they use at work.
Lajuana Horster Reviewer. What needs to be on a product label? A product label usually holds certain key information that includes:. The name of the product. A logo for the larger brand, if the product is part of a line. Units of measurement that denotes the size, quantity or weight of the item. A short description, or tag line. Majda Tzei Reviewer. How long is Whmis valid for? How long is my certificate valid for? Although there is no expiry date, your certificate will have a "Next Recommended Training Date" of one year past your certification date.
Hermerinda Hagel Reviewer. What are the 3 main parts of Whmis? Worker Education and Training. Worker education programs provide instruction on the hazards of hazardous materials in the workplace and training inunderstanding and using WHMIS information. WHMIS — identity of the original manufacturer or packager of the product company name.
WHMIS — name, address and telephone number of Canadian manufacturer or importer for the product. Pictograms — GHS prescribed hazard symbols enclosed within a red diamond. Risk Phrases — statements identifying the hazardous nature of the product based on its classifications. Hazard Statements — GHS-prescribed, standardized phrases that explain the significant hazards associated with a product, based on its specific categorization within a hazard class.
WHMIS — GHS standardized phrases describing preventative and protective measures and procedures to prevent or minimize hazards resulting from the accidental exposure or misuse of hazardous chemical products.
Pictogram s — hazard symbol within a red "square set on one of its points". Signal word — a word used to alert the reader to a potential hazard and to indicate the severity of the hazard.
Hazard statement s — standardized phrases which describe the nature of the hazard posed by a hazardous product. Precautionary statement s — standardized phrases that describe measures to be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous product or resulting from improper handling or storage of a hazardous product.
Supplemental label information — some supplemental label information is required based on the classification of the product. Labels may also include supplementary information about precautionary actions, hazards not yet included in the GHS, physical state, or route of exposure. This information must not contradict or detract from the standardized information. In a situation where an importer imports a hazardous product for use in their own workplace in Canada i.
Some hazard classes or categories do not have a signal word assigned to them. Examples of hazard statements are: Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
Fatal if inhaled. Causes eye irritation. May cause cancer. There are five types of precautionary statements: General. Response including first aid.
Examples of precautionary statements are: Keep container tightly closed. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. Protect from sunlight. So, for example, this statement could appear as: Wear protective gloves and eye protection. Or Wear protective gloves. Or Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and face protection. Labels will require the following: the pictogram, signal word, and hazard statement are to be grouped together, to be clearly and prominently displayed on the container, to be easy to read e.
An example of a bilingual label is shown below: Sample Label. According to the regulation, the definition of significant new data is: "New data regarding the hazard presented by a hazardous product that changes its classification in a category or subcategory of a hazard class, or result in its classification in another hazard class, or change the ways to protect against the hazard presented by the hazardous product.
In general, a workplace label will require the following information: Product name matching the SDS product name. Safe handling precautions, may include pictograms or other supplier label information. A reference to the SDS if available. Variations on the supplier label apply for specific situations such as: Bulk shipments — A labelling exemption exists for products sold without packaging.
Note that: the required pictogram s , signal word and hazard statement s must be grouped together on the label, the label must be clearly and prominently displayed on a surface that is visible under normal conditions of use, and the label must, under normal conditions of transport and use, remain affixed to, printed or written on, or attached to the product or its container and remain legible. There are two exemptions that may apply: The outer container does not require a WHMIS label if the label on the inner container is visible and legible through the outer container under normal conditions of storage and handling, or The outer container has a label that meets the requirements set out in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Note that this exemption does not apply if the outer container is the only container. Note that other exemptions may apply, such as the small capacity container? Always check to see if there is a label on the product before you use it.
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