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WHMIS
Goal of Training
The goal of this training is your safety!
Canada’s WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) has changed!
New “WHMIS 2015” aligns better with the Globally Harmonized System, (GHS)
WHMIS 2015 is in effect at GGH as of December 1, 2018
Directions…
Complete the following modules
• What is WHMIS and why is it important to workers
• WHMIS Responsibilities
• “WHMIS 2015” – New and Improved
• Hazards associated with WHMIS regulated products
• WHMIS Hazard Classes & Symbols
• WHMOIS Labels
• (Material) Safety Data Sheets (M)SDS
• Chemical Spill Protocol (Code Brown)
Upon completion of modules, click on “Print Certificate”.
Certificate will be emailed to both you and your Director
You may exit and re-enter the course at any time
What is WHMIS and why is it important to workers?
What is WHMIS?
Workplace
Hazardous
Materials
Information
System
WHMIS is Canada-wide legislation that focuses on 4 key aspects of working with
hazardous materials:
1. Classification
2. Labels
3. MSDS and SDS
4. Training
The Goal of WHMIS? • To ensure workers receive adequate hazard information about chemicals used at work • To ensure workers understand the hazards of the materials they are using / handling, and how to protect themselves • WHMIS was created to reduce the injuries, illnesses, deaths, medical costs, and damage caused by hazardous materials through training and communication.
Questions to ask yourself: • Do I work with hazardous materials? • What are they? • Where can I get the hazard information? • How am I protected from those hazards? • What do I do in case of emergency?
WHMIS Responsibilities
Worker Responsibilities:
• Participate in training
• Apply knowledge
• Know how to obtain an (M)SDS
• Ensure you are able to read and understand the information on a
(Material) Safety Data Sheet / (M)SDS
• Always use the (M)SDS information from the to appropriately handle and use
hazardous materials
• Use / wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as per the (M)SDS
• PPE is available in your department or ask your Director / Supervisor for
locations
Worker Responsibilities:
• Tell your Director / Supervisor (employer) when you don’t have enough
information on a controlled product
• This can include missing / illegible labels that require replacement
• MSDS / SDS information not being accessible
• Report any hazards and incidents to your Director / Supervisor and
complete an “Employee Event” form through the GGH Online Safety
Reporting SystemDirector / Supervisor Responsibilities:
• Ensure worker compliance and knowledge of WHMIS and (M)SDS
• Identifying hazardous materials and ensuring safety measures are in
place
• This can include PPE, training for staff on proper use
• Ensure all containers are properly labelled and stored
• Provide (M)SDS access to workers
• Notify staff of applicable WHMIS, (M)SDS updatesWHMIS 2015 *New and Improved*
“Old” WHMIS vs. “New” WHMIS 2015
• WHMIS was implemented Canadian-wide in 1988
• It was updated in 2015 to incorporate the Global
Harmonized System (GHS). GHS is an internationally
recognized method of categorizing hazardous products
• The updated WHMIS is referred to as “WHMIS 2015”
• Transition between old WHMIS and new WHMIS 2015
has been occurring in a phased in approachHow is WHMIS 2015 different? • New classification rules and hazard classes • A standardized format for Safety Data Sheets (formerly Material Safety Data Sheets) • New hazard pictograms • New label requirements
Why GHS is being implemented? The Challenge: Many countries had different systems for classifying chemicals and communicating product hazards. This situation presents problems for global trade, as well as risks to workers from inconsistent or confusing hazard information Without a globally understood standard, countries use very different words to describe the same chemical Here’s an example of how different countries described the same chemical without GHS: Canada, US, Japan & Korea – Toxic China – Moderately Toxic New Zealand – Hazardous India – Non-Toxic Australia, Malaysia, & Thailand – Harmful
Why GHS is being implemented? The Solution: GHS is an international initiative to harmonize chemical hazard classification and communication worldwide. Canada has been participating for many years in the development of GHS, and the implementation of GHS helps to: • Provide consistent hazard information • Allow governments to more efficiently administer and enforce hazard communication laws • Reduce hazard communication costs and make compliance easier for suppliers • Reduce barriers to international trade
I’m confused!
Explain the difference…
WHMIS 1998:
• Symbols (8) were in black circles on labels
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provided workers with information about the
product
WHMIS 2015:
• Includes GHS concepts
• New pictograms / symbols (9)
• 8 are in Red Diamonds
• 1 symbol (biohazard) is in a black circle
• Hazards are broken into Physical Hazards & Health Hazards
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS) include more information for workersHazards Associated with WHMIS Controlled Products
Physical States of Hazardous
Materials
Hazardous materials in the workplace exist in a variety of physical states depending on
their original state and the type of process they undergo. Physical states can be in the
form of Solid, Liquid or Gas.
Example of physical states:
Dusts
Smoke
Fumes
Mist
Gases
VaporsHow hazardous materials
can enter the body…
1. Inhalation
• Taken into the body through the lungs
2. Absorption
• Taken into the body through the skin
3. Ingestion
• Taken into the body orally
4. Injection (direct entry)
• Taken into the body through broken skinAcute vs. Chronic Effects Acute Effect Chronic Effect • ACUTE effects of exposure to • CHRONIC effects are the results of hazardous materials occur the body’s attempts to repair itself or immediately (or soon after the compensate for repeated and exposure) and are generally the prolonged exposure to hazardous result of high levels of exposure materials • For example: The sudden • For example: Cancer or lung scarring collapse of a worker who has caused by silica dust been exposed to high levels of carbon monoxide If a worker suspects they have an illness as a result of a workplace exposure to a physical, chemical or biological agent, they must report it to their Director/Supervisor and Employee Health Services.
WHMIS Hazard Classes and Symbols
Hazard Classifications
As an Ontario worker you must be familiar with the hazard classes in both WHMIS 1988
(old) and in WHMIS 2015 (new) as either could appear on an (M)SDS
WHMIS 1998: had 8 classes / symbols
WHMIS 2015: has 9 classes / symbols
WHMIS 2015 classes are broken into 2 categories: Physical Hazard & Health HazardWHMIS 2015 WHMIS 1998
SymbolsWHMIS 2015 – Physical Hazards From the symbols reviewed on the previous slide, the following fall under the “Physical Hazard” Classification of WHMIS 2015 Hazardous materials are classified into this group based on their physical or chemical properties Flammability, reactivity or corrosiveness are properties that distinguish this group
WHMIS 2015 – Health Hazards From the symbols reviewed previously, the following fall under the “Health Hazard” Classification of WHMIS 2015 Hazardous materials are classified into this group based on their ability to cause health effects such as eye irritation, respiratory sensitization, or cancer
Compressed Gas
WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015Flammable and Combustible Materials
WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015Oxidizing Materials
WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015Poisonous & Infectious Materials/ Acutely
Toxic or Fatal Materials
WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015Health Hazard and Exclamation Mark Pictogram
Health Hazard Exclamation Mark
• Carcinogenicity • Irritant (skin or eyes)
• Germ Cell Mutagenicity • Skin sensitization
• Reproductive toxicity • Acute toxicity
• Respiratory sensitization • Specific target organ
• Target organ toxicity toxicity
• Aspiration toxicity • Respiratory tract irritation
• Hazard to Ozone LayerBiohazardous Infectious Materials
WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015
Use the same symbolCorrosion
WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015Explosive Materials WHMIS 1988 WHMIS 2015
Environmental Hazard
This symbol may appear on a label or (M)SDS
even though not formally integrated into WHMISWHMIS Labels
Overview of WHMIS Labels:
• Labels are used to communicate important information about hazardous materials.
• They are there to protect you and others. Health problems can result from
exposure to certain substances. Safety hazards such as fire or explosion can result
from improper material handling and/or storage
• ALWAYS read the label when using a controlled or consumer product; the supplier
may have changed the contents and that may affect specific hazardsSupplier Labels
Labels are an important means of communicating safety information. WHMIS 2015 uses:
New hazard pictograms
Signal words
Standardized hazard statements and precautionary statements
Supplier labels are the PRIMARY method of providing information to people using hazardous substances. They
must be placed on all containers of hazardous products that are sold or supplied to the workplace.
WHMIS (1998) WHMIS 2015WHMIS 2015 Supplier Labels Require… 1. Product identifier: matching the product identifier on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 2. Signal word: either “Danger” (severe) or “Warning” (less severe) 3. Hazard statement: describes the nature of the product’s hazards 4. Precautionary statements: describes recommended measures to minimize adverse effects resulting from exposure 5. Supplier identification: the manufacturer/supplier name, address and telephone number 6. Pictograms: symbols intended to convey specific hazard information
Workplace Labels
Required when a supplier label is illegible/defaced or product is decanted, workplace
labels must contain:
product identifier
safe handling of the product
reference to an available (M)SDS
There are two situations when a workplace label is not necessary.
When a hazardous product is:
• poured into a container and will be used immediately, or
• under the control of the person who decanted it.Workplace Labels – How to obtain at GGH
(Material) Safety Data Sheets
Safety Data Sheets • Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is the term used under WHMIS 1988. In WHMIS 2015, we use Safety Data Sheet (SDS). As the transition occurred from old to new WHMIS, they referenced as (Material) Safety Data Sheets / (M)SDS • (M)SDS describe the properties, potential hazards and safe use of a particular material or product, and provides information to be used to implement effective procedures and controls
Safety Data Sheet Sections
The following are the sections that can be found on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that
help provide information related to the chemical/controlled product being used
1. Identification 9. Physical and chemical
properties
2. Hazard Identification
10. Stability and reactivity
3. Composition/information on
ingredients 11. Toxicological information
4. First-aid measures 12. Ecological information
5. Fire-fighting measures 13. Disposal considerations
6. Accidental release measures 14. Transport information
7. Handling and storage 15. Regulatory information
8. Exposure controls / Personal 16. Other information
protection(M)SDS on the Intranet
Safety Data Sheets can be found on
the Intranet, under tools-- MSDS(M)SDS on the Intranet
1. Enter the chemical name
or manufacturer into the
search bar.
2. Click on the Search icon
to begin search
3. Locate the correct SDS
Review the chemical name &
manufactures.
Pick the one you have in YOUR
department.
Always verify the information
against the product label!(M)SDS on the Intranet
4. Once you find the right SDS,
click on the PDF symbol to view
5. View the SDS:
The SDS will appear in a new
screen, with options to view, save
or printChemical Spill Protocol
(Code Brown)Chemical Spill - What to do…
All Spills (small or large):
• Ensure you and those around you are safe
• Make others aware of the spill, and leave the area (if required)
• Determine what the chemical spilled is. If you were not the user of the
chemical, ask those around you if they know what it is
– Stay safe! If you don’t know what it is, you don’t know the risks!Chemical Spill - What to do… No assistance with clean-up required: If you can safely clean up the spill on your own using the (M)SDS, a Code Brown is not required. Assistance with clean-up required: • Call a Code Brown: Call 5555 (Code Phone – answered by Switchboard) and inform operator of CODE BROWN with the exact location of the spill • Retrieve (M)SDS for chemical spilled. You will want to reference the (M)SDS information on clean-up measures, PPE & safety information. • Assign someone to put on the “Code Team Lead” vest from the emergency measures box • Hospital Response Team will come to provide assistance and supplies for the clean up. The Code Team Lead / Department where spill has occurred is to provide guidance to the Hospital Response Team on based on the SDS information and your knowledge of the product.
WHMIS Reminders
Before using a product, you need to know:
Safe use, handling, storage and disposal
Control measures including PPE
Where to find information about the product
Secondary/decanted containers must have a workplace label
Remember, when in doubt – find it out!
Talk to your Director/Supervisor.QUIZ
As an employee it is your responsibility to take
sufficient measures to protect your health and safety
as well as others
A) TRUE
B) FALSESupplier and workplace labels are identical and
provide the same information
A) TRUE
B) FALSEWhen a hazardous product label becomes illegible
what must be done?
A) Identify the product and affix a new label immediately
B) Identify the product with a black marker
C) Make sure the product is used immediately and
dispose of the containerIn what section of the (M)SDS would you find “Personal Protective Equipment” needed to handle a product? A) Product information B) Fire or explosion hazard C) Preventative measures, personal protection D) Hazard symbols
The purpose of the (M)SDS is to: A) Give more information than found on a label B) Identify hazardous ingredients C) Give information on protective equipment and emergency procedures D) Provide disposal and clean up information E) All of the above F) None of the above
This symbol means:
A) Flammable gases, liquids and solids
B) Substances and mixtures that can produce flammable gases when in
contact with water
C) Item may be hot
D) Options A & B
E) All of the above
F) None of the aboveThis symbol means: A) Health hazard B) Radioactive C) Can cause or suspected of causing serious health effects D) Options A & C E) All of the above F) None of the above
This symbol means:
A) Hazardous product that could cause less serious health affects
then those of the “Health Hazard” symbol
B) Pay attention
C) All of the above
D) None of the aboveWhere in the hospital can you find (M)SDS: A) Switchboard B) GGH Intranet, under “Tools” C) Every department has their own D) Call the Health & Safety Officer
When a chemical spills I should:
A) Clean it up myself with paper towel
B) Ensure clean-up is done in accordance with the (M)SDS
C) Call a Code Brown if I can’t safely clean it up myself and require
assistance
D) All of the above
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