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
