WHMIS System

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

FIRST AID:EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Consult with physicianSKIN: Flush with water as per sulphuric acidINGESTION: Treat as per sulphuric acid. Consult with physician

Supplier’s LabelPRODUCT IDENTIFIER

TOLUENE SULFONIC ACID

RISK PHRASES:Highly irritating to skin, eyes, and noseHEALTH HAZARD DATA:Strong Acid: Treat as sulphuric acidEFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: ACUTE

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTEYE: Face shield and gogglesGLOVES: RubberOTHER CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: Rubber apron, rubber boots

Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet

ABC Chemicals123 Chemical DriveChemical City1-800-CHE-MICAL

Supplier identifier

FRANCAIS AU VERSO

·Manufacturers of all hazardous products must provide information on a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Class A: Compressed Gas

·Transport and handle with care·Make sure cylinders are properly secured·Store away from sources of heat or fire

·Gas inside cylinder is under pressure·The cylinder may explode if heated or damaged

Class B: Flammable and Combustible Material

·May burn or explode when exposed to heat, sparks or flames·Flammable: burns readily at room temperature·Combustible: burns when heated·Store away from Class C (oxidizing materials)·Store away from sources of heat, sparks and flame

Class C: Oxidizing Material

·Can cause other materials to burn or explode by providing oxygen·May burn skin and eyes on contact·Store away from Class B (flammable and combustible) materials·Store away from sources of heat and ignition·Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Class D, Division 1Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects

May cause immediate death or serious injury if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin

·Avoid inhaling gas or vapours·Avoid skin and eye contact·Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing·Do not eat or drink near these materials·Wash hands after handling

Class D, Division 2Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects

·Avoid inhaling gas or vapours·Avoid skin and eye contact·Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing·Do not eat or drink near these materials·Wash hands after handling

·May cause death or permanent injury following repeated or long-term exposure·May irritate eyes, skin and breathing passages: may lead to chronic lung problems and skin sensitivity·May cause liver or kidney damage, cancer, birth defects or sterility

Class D, Division 3Biohazardous Infectious Material

Contact with microbiological agents (e.g., bacteria, viruses, fungi and their toxins) may cause illness or death

·Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing·Work with these materials in designated areas·Disinfect area after handling·Wash hands after handling

Class E: Corrosive Material

·Will burn eyes and skin on contact·Will burn tissues of respiratory tract if inhaled

·Store acids and bases in separate areas·Avoid inhaling these materials·Avoid contact with skin and eyes·Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

Class F: Dangerously Reactive Material

·May be unstable, reacting dangerously to jarring, compression, heat or exposure to light·May burn, explode or produce dangerous gases when mixed with incompatible materials·Store away from heat·Avoid shock and friction·Wear the recommended protective equipment and clothing

KNOW WHAT IS EXPECTED

Read everything thoroughly before you begin doing anything.

No food, gum or beverages.

Cover any open cuts or sores with a bandage.

Report all accidents immediately to your teacher.

Wear safety goggles.

PREPARE A CLEAN WORK AREA

Bring only essential materials to your work area

Keep aisles clear

No running

Do not leave experiments unattended and extinguish burners when away from desk

WAIT FOR PERMISSION TO START

All experiments performed in the Science lab must be performed under the supervision of the teacher

USE COMMON-SENSE

Touch substances only when told to do so

Smell substances using the proper technique - wafting

Pour substances properly and safely

GENERAL SAFETY

If you are acting inappropriately, you will not be allowed to participate in the lab and risk participation in future labs. Your parents will be called.

Tell your teacher immediately if you break any glassware.

Never use cracked or chipped glassware.

Do not run cold water over hot glass. It may shatter.

Do not put hot glassware on the lab bench. Wait for it to cool down first.

Always keep the open end of the test tube pointed away from everyone.

Never allow any container to boil dry.

GLASSWARE PRECAUTIONS

Clean up all spills immediately

Clean up work area and return all equipment and materials as directed by your teacher

Use the chemical waste bins to dispose of harmful chemical substances

CLEAN-UP AND DISPOSAL

Rinse off substances immediately that come into contact with skin or clothing

Wash hands before and after handling substances and before leaving the Lab

Treat burns using cold water or ice

Make sure you know how the eyewash station works.

FIRST AID

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Know the location of all of the science lab safety equipment, including:

Eye WashFire BlanketsFire ExtinguishersFire ExitsTelephoneFirst Aid Kit