WHMIS Training
WHMIS stands for: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System INTRODUCTION
The Main Components of WHMIS Labels (Supplier and Workplace) Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Worker Education and Training (Generic and Annual Review)
Manufacturer/Supplier RESPONSIBILITIES Classification Label all controlled products as a condition of sale Provide a MSDS as a condition of sale Review and update MSDS every three years
Employer RESPONSIBILITIES Cont d Ensure that controlled products are labeled Obtain an up to date MSDS for all controlled products used in the workplace Provide worker education and training
RESPONSIBILITIES Cont d Workers The right to know about hazardous materials you may be exposed to on the job including the right to review labels and MSDS and to receive training. The right to be consulted in the content & delivery of training. Responsible to report missing or illegible labels, missing or out of date MSDS, and Responsible to work in a safe manner and follow all work procedures required by the employer.
CLASSIFICATION WHMIS requires the manufacturer to classify their hazardous materials into one or more of the following (6) Hazard Classes and (8) symbols.
CLASS A: COMPRESSED GAS A compressed gas is a material that is normally held under pressure in a container at room temperature. Hazards: Explosion, Projectile Frost Bite Precautions: Store securely, upright and away from sources of heat Do not puncture Protect valves
CLASS B: FLAMMABLE & COMBUSTIBLE Class B is sub-divided into 6 divisions: 1. Flammable Liquids 2. Combustible Liquids 3. Flammable Solids 4. Flammable Aerosols 5. Reactive Flammable Materials 6. Flammable Gases
CLASS B: FLAMMABLE & COMBUSTIBLE Hazards: Fire, explosion Hazardous decomposition products (smoke) Flash-back Precautions Use in well ventilated area Avoid sources of ignition Store properly away from incompatible materials and sources of heat
CLASS C: OXIDIZING MATERIALS Oxidizing materials cause/contribute to the combustion of other materials. Hazards: Fire Fire burns more vigorously Precautions: Keep away from incompatible materials and flammable or combustible materials
CLASS D: POISONOUS & INFECTIOUS Class D comprises three divisions - each with its own symbol
CLASS D: POISONOUS & INFECTIOUS Cont d Division D1: Toxic Immediate and Severe Division D3: Biohazardous and Infectious Division D2: Other Toxic Effects
CLASS D: POISONOUS & INFECTIOUS Cont d Hazards: Chemical burns to skin and eyes Respiratory irritation, poisoning Acute and/or chronic health impairment Precautions: Use appropriate PPE Avoid contact Follow all safety precautions
CLASS E: CORROSIVE Corrosives are materials that can attack and destroy on contact human tissues, clothes, and other materials, even metals. Hazards: Burns to skin and eyes Respiratory irritation or damage Precautions: Use appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) Avoid splashing Avoid mist generation
CLASS F: DANGEROUSLY REACTIVE These materials can undergo vigorous reactions when heated, pressurized or agitated. They may also react with water to evolve a poisonous gas. Hazards: Thermal burns Respiratory irritation or damage Precautions: Use appropriate PPE Avoid incompatible materials or conditions
LABELS SUPPLIER LABELS 1. Product Identifier 2. Supplier Identifier 3. Statement referring to the MSDS 4. Hazard Symbol(s) 5. Risk Phrase 6. Precautionary Measures 7. First Aid Measures Should you require a workplace label, or have any difficulty interpreting information on a label, contact your supervisor.
LABELS - WORKPLACE 1. Product Identifier 2. Safe handling instructions 3. Statement referring to the MSDS Should you require a workplace label, or have any difficulty interpreting information on a label, contact your supervisor.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MSDS must be updated every 3 years. It is the source of all health and safety information for controlled products. Read the MSDS BEFORE using a new controlled product or if just using the controlled product for the first time. Electronic MSDS are available throughout the facility. There is a binder available in HR. Should you notice that an MSDS is missing or is outdated report this to you supervisor immediately.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Product Identification Product identifier Supplier/manufacturer contact info Intended use of product 2. Hazardous Ingredients Concentration of hazardous ingredients and their toxicological properties 3. Health Hazard Information Effects of exposure Symptoms of over exposure 4. First Aid Measures
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 5. Physical Data Colour, odour, specific gravity, density, vapour pressure etc. 6. Fire/Explosion Data UFL, LFL, means of extinction (Upper Flammable Limit and Lower Flammable Limit) 7. Reactivity Data Conditions, hazardous decomposition products. 8. Safe Handling Measures Storage, use, disposal requirements PPE 9. Preparation Data Date of preparation
ROUTES OF ENTRY Exposure occurs when the toxic substance either comes in CONTACT with and/or ENTERS the body Exposure occurs through the following 4 ROUTES OF ENTRY: 1. Inhalation 2. Ingestion 3. Absorption 4. Injection
REMEMBER Do not handle chemicals unless you are trained to do so Fernlea Flowers MSDS are kept electronically on each computer and a binder in HR Ensure you know how to use, wear and care for any personal protective equipment provided to you Read and follow the instructions!
CONCLUSION Remember the person most responsible for your health and safety is you! If you have any questions, speak to your Supervisor.
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