WHMIS

precautions to take when cutting things:

-cut away from self -hold sharp end down when walking

What is on a WHMIS label?

-name of chemical -hazard symbols -risks -first aid instructions -supplier's name and address

what do you do before starting the experiment?

-read and study the procedure -ask questions -understand safely symbols and hazards on your material

what do you do when you spill a chemical?

-report to teacher -clean up immidiately

what to do when using electrical equipment?

-use dry hands -pull plug to unplug, not cord -check wires for frayed spots

hazard and example of compressed gas

hazard: containers explode with hazardous gas ex: fire extinguisher

hazard and example of Poisonous and infectious material

hazard: death ex: carbon minoxide

hazard and example of Corrosive material

hazard: eats through skin, corrodes metals ex: chromic acid

hazard and example of other toxic material

hazard: poisonous but not immediate danger ex: asbestos

hazard and example of dangerously reactive material

hazard: will explode easily ex: plastic monomers

how should you pour a chemical?

keep the label of the bottle on your hand

what should you do when you transfer chemicals?

label all containers

when can you take your goggles off during an experiment?

never

what can you eat or drink during a lab?

nothing

What is WHMIS?

An information system designed to help individuals to know more about safety and health hazards of materials that they use in the workplace

how do you smell a chemical if you need to?

Do NOT inhale it. use the "wafting" technique

What are the two types of WHMIS labels called?

Supplier Labels and Workplace Labels

What does WHMIS stand for?

Workplace Hazardous Material Information System

when can you begin an experiment or lab?

after you have asked a teacher

What safety equipment should you wear?

aprons, lab coats, gloves, goggles

hazard and example of biohazardous and infectious material

hazard: bacteria and viruses ex: anthrax, salmonella

hazard and example of oxidizing material

hazard: burn skin or eyes, explode, fire ex: Sulferic acid

hazard and example of flammable material

hazard: burst into flames ex: Hydrogen