WHMIS Symbols

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What does the Flammable and Combustible Materials symbol mean?

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It means that the product can easily catch fire.

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What does the Explosive Material symbol indicate?

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It indicates that the product can explode or cause a big bang.

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What does the Poisonous and Infectious Material symbol represent?

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It represents that the product is dangerous to a person's health immediately.

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What does the Exclamation Point symbol mean?

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It means that the product can cause less serious health effects like irritation.

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What does the Biohazardous Material symbol signify?

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It signifies that the product can cause diseases or illnesses in humans or animals.

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What is the meaning of the Compressed Gas symbol?

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It means that the product is stored under pressure and can explode if heated.

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What does the Corrosive Material symbol indicate?

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It indicates that the product can damage or destroy living tissue and materials.

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What does the Environment symbol represent?

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It represents that the product can harm the environment.

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What does the Oxidizing Material symbol mean?

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It means that the product can cause or enhance the combustion of other materials.

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What is the purpose of WHMIS symbols?

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They help people understand the hazards of different materials and how to handle them safely.