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Class A Compressed Gas

Class D-2 Poisonous and Infectious MaterialsOther Toxic Effects

Class C Oxidizers

Class E Corrosives

Class B Flammable and Combustible Materials

Class D-3 Poisonous and Infectious MaterialsBiohazardous Infectious Materials

Class D-1 Poisonous and Infectious MaterialsImmediate and Serious Toxic Effects

Class F Dangerously Reactive Materials

Current Symbols

Gases under pressure

Acute toxicityIrritation and sensitizationHazardous to the ozone layer

Oxidizers

Corrosives

FlammablesOrganic peroxidesSelf-Reactive substances and mixtures

CarcinogenicityMutagenicityRespiratory sensitization Reproductive toxicity Aspiration hazardSpecific target organ toxicity

Acute toxicity

Explosives

Hazardous to the aquatic environment

Future Symbols

WHMIS BEFORE GHSWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System Globally Harmonized System

for Classification and Labelling of Chemicals

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SUPPLIER LABEL

WORKPLACE LABEL

Name of the product

ACETONE

See MSDS

Flammable. Irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract.Keep away from sources of ignition.Wear gloves, chemical goggles, and face shield.

A reference to the MSDS for more details

Safe handling information (risks and precautions)

Hazard symbolsAt least one hazard symbol to give you an immediate idea of the risk

First aidDirections for immediate treatment in case of injury or over-exposure to the product

Reference to MSDSA reminder to check the material safety data sheet for more information

Name of the product Brand name, chemical name or any name used to

describe the product, as long as it matches the name on the MSDS

ACETONEDANGERExtremely flammable.Harmful if swallowed or inhaledIrritates skin, eyes and respiratory tract.Affects central nervous system.

CAUTIONAvoid contact with eyes or skin – wear protective clothing.Avoid inhalation of vapours – wear appropriate respirator.Keep away from heat and ignition sources.Ground and bond containers before transferring.Store in tightly closed container, in cool, well ventilated location.

FIRST AIDSkin:

Eyes:

Ingestion:

Inhalation:

Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for more information

Sampson Scientific, 12 Stone Road, Barreville, ON K0L 1L0 1-800-664-2744

Immediately wash skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes.Get medical aid if required.

Immediately flush eyes with lots ofrunning water for 15 minutes, lifting theupper and lower eyelids occasionally.Get medical aid immediately.

Do not induce vomiting. Get medicalaid immediately.

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Ifbreathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical aid immediately.

RisksThe conditions

under which the product is

dangerous

Precautionary measures

How to reduce the risk and

protect yourself

SupplierName and

address of the manufacturer or distributor

CHECKLIST

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet

1. Identification

2. Hazard(s) identification

3. Composition/information on ingredients

4. First-aid measures

5. Fire-fighting measures

6. Accidental release measures

7. Handling and storage

8. Exposure control/personal protection

9. Physical and chemical properties

10. Stability and reactivity

11. Toxicological information

12. Ecological information

13. Disposal considerations

14. Transport information

15. Regulatory information

16. Other information

Other formats are also acceptable.

SUPPLIER LABELS

Do you know: E what each hazard symbol means?

E the main hazards of each product you work with?

E what the label tells you about safety precautions?

E what first aid instructions are included on the supplier label?

WORKPLACE LABELS

If chemical products are transferred to another container for use in your workplace, does the new label include:

E the product name?

E instructions for safe use?

E a reference to the MSDS for more information?

SAFE USE

Do you know:

E the proper procedures for handling the chemical products you work with?

E the proper procedures for storing the chemical products you work with?

E the proper procedures for using the chemical products you work with?

E the proper procedures for disposing of the chemical products you work with?

E that a controlled product that arrives in your workplace without a proper label or MSDS must be stored, but not used?

MSDSS

Do you know:E where the MSDSs are for the chemical

products in your workplace?

E how to find the safety information you need on an MSDS?

E who to ask if you need more information?

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Do you know what to do if something goes wrong?

E how to sound the alarm?

E how to get out safely?

E first aid procedures in case of overexposure?

E location of first aid equipment?

E phone numbers for police, fire, ambulance, hospital?

E procedures to follow in case of a spill, emission or leak?

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www.Danatec.com1-800-465-3366© 2012. All rights reserved.

WHMIS BEFORE GHSWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System Globally Harmonized System

for Classification and Labelling of Chemicals

...what you need to know now