WHMIS Symbols/Lab Safety

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What does WHMIS stand for?

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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

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What does the Carcinogenicity/Aspiration Hazard symbol indicate?

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It indicates that the material can cause cancer or pose a risk of aspiration into the lungs.

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What does the Acute Toxicity symbol mean?

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It signifies that the material can cause harmful effects or death after a short exposure.

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What does the Environmental Toxicity symbol represent?

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It indicates that the material can cause harm to the environment.

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When should you read your lab instructions?

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Before starting the activity.

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What does the Poisonous symbol indicate?

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It signifies that the material is toxic and can cause serious harm or death.

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What does the Explosive symbol mean?

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It indicates that the material can explode under certain conditions.

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What is the purpose of WHMIS?

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To provide information about hazardous materials used in the workplace.

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What does the Irritant symbol indicate?

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It signifies that the material can cause irritation to skin, eyes, or respiratory system.

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What should you do if you spill a hazardous material?

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Follow the lab safety procedures and inform your teacher immediately.