INTRODUCTION - RATIONAL

1. INTRODUCTION - RATIONAL Why do we do WHMIS training? • Legal Obligations • Required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act • Advise workers of hazards • Protect staff and students • Protect the environment • Protect our own families Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

2. INTRODUCTION What is WHMIS? WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Material Information System Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

3. Federal Legislation The Hazardous Products Act The Controlled Products Reg. The Ingredient Disclosure List The Hazardous Materials Information Review Act The Hazardous Materials Information Review Reg. Ontario Legislation The Occupational Health and Safety Act The WHMIS Regulation INTRODUCTION – LEGISLATION Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

4. INTRODUCTION – LEGISLATION Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

5. INTRODUCTION – LEGISLATION Training will include: • Generic WHMIS training • Taken by all employees once or more frequently as determined by Administration • Annual WHMIS review training • Taken by all employees every year • Secondary Module training • Taken by Secondary Science, Technology, Visual Arts and Co-operative Education teachers once or more frequently as determined by Administration • Annual Secondary Module review training • Taken by all Secondary Science, Technology, Visual Arts and Co-operative Education teachers every year Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

6. INTRODUCTION – LEGISLATION What does WHMIS regulate? WHMIS does not regulate: • Explosives • Food & Drugs • Pesticides • Hazardous Wastes • Consumer Products • Wood & Wood Products • Tobacco & Tobacco Products • Manufactured Goods • Radioactive Materials Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

7. Manufacturer/Supplier Classification Label all controlled products as a condition of sale Provide a MSDS as a condition of sale Review and update MSDS every three years Employer Ensure that controlled products are labeled or identified Obtain an up to date MSDS for all controlled products used in the workplace Educate workers INTRODUCTION- RESPONSIBILITIES Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

8. INTRODUCTION- RESPONSIBILITIES Workers • The right to know about hazardous materials you may be exposed to on the job including the right to review labels and MSDS and to receive training • The right to be consulted in the content and delivery of the training • Responsible to report missing or illegible labels, missing or out of date MSDS, and • Responsible to work in a safe manner and follow all work procedures required by the employer Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

9. TOXICITY - INTRODUCTION What is toxicity? Toxicity is an inherent physical property of a substance to cause harm. In order to be at risk, there must be exposure of an individual to the toxic substance. The degree to which the exposure may result in harm is a determined by the dose. Dose is a function of concentration over a period of time. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

10. ROUTES OF ENTRY - INHALATION Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

11. ROUTES OF ENTRY – SKIN CONTACT Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

12. ROUTES OF ENTRY – EYE CONTACT Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

13. ROUTES OF ENTRY - INGESTION Ingestion of a hazardous material can occur while eating or smoking after handling hazardous materials if hands are not properly washed. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

14. TOXICITY – ACUTE VS CHRONIC Acute: • Single large dose • Effects felt immediately or shortly after • Mild effects usually reversible Chronic • Multiple, smaller doses over a long period of time • Effects have long on-set period • Effects usually not reversible Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

15. TOXICITY – CONTROLS At the Source • Substitution • Isolation Along the Path • Ventilation • Barriers At the Worker • Personal Protective Equipment (ppe) • Administrative Controls Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

16. CLASSIFICATION WHMIS requires the manufacturer of a hazardous material to classify the material according to its inherent physical properties into one or more of 6 hazard classes. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

17. CLASS A: COMPRESSED GAS A compressed gas is a material that is normally in the gaseous form at room temperatures. • Hazards: • Explosion, Projectile • Frost Bite • Precautions: • Store securely, upright and away from sources of heat • Do not puncture • Protect valves Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

18. CLASS B: FLAMMABLE & COMBUSTIBLE Class B is sub-divided into 6 divisions: • Flammable Gases • Flammable Liquids • Combustible Liquids • Flammable Solids • Flammable Aerosols • Reactive Flammable Materials Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

19. CLASS C: OXIDIZING MATERIALS Oxidizing materials cause/contribute to the combustion of other materials. • Hazards: • Fire • Fire burns more vigorously • Precautions: • Keep away from incompatible materials and flammable or combustible materials Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

20. CLASS D: POISONOUS & INFECTIOUS Division D1: Toxic Immediate and Severe Example: Carbon Monoxide Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

21. CLASS D: POISONOUS & INFECTIOUS Division D3: Biohazardous and Infectious Example: blood-contaminated materials (Hepatitis A, B, C, HIV) Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

22. CLASS D: POISONOUS & INFECTIOUS Division D2: Other Toxic Effects Examples: Latex Paint Solvents (e.g varsol) Asbestos Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

23. CLASS E: CORROSIVE Corrosives are materials that can attack and destroy on contact human tissues, clothes, and other materials, even metals. • Hazards: • Burns to skin and eyes • Respiratory irritation or damage • Precautions: • Use appropriate ppe • Avoid splashing • Avoid mist generation Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

24. CLASS F: DANGEROUSLY REACTIVE These materials can undergo vigorous reactions when heated, pressurized or agitated. They may also react with water to evolve a poisonous gas. • Hazards: • Thermal burns Respiratory irritation or damage • Precautions: • Use appropriate ppe • Avoid incompatible materials or conditions Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

25. LABELS There are two types of labels: • Supplier Labels: Suppliers are required to ensure that all containers of WHMIS Controlled products they offer for sale are labeled with a supplier label that meet the requirements of WHMIS. • Workplace Labels:When a WHMIS Controlled product is decanted from its original container or if the Supplier label becomes illegible or lost, a workplace label is required. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

26. LABELS – SUPPLIER LABELS • Product Identifier • Supplier Identifier • Statement referring to the MSDS • Hazard Symbol(s) • Risk Phrase • Precautionary Measures • First Aid Measures Should you require a workplace label, or have any difficultyinterpreting information on a label, contact your supervisor. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

27. LABELS - WORKPLACE • Product Identifier • Safe handling instructions • Statement referring to the MSDS Should you require a workplace label, or have any difficultyinterpreting information on a label, contact your supervisor. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

28. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) contain product-specific information including hazardous ingredients, first aid measures, health, fire and reactivity data, safe handling instructions, and special instructions for spills and waste disposal. MSDS must be updated every 3 years. You should always read the MSDS BEFORE using a new product. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

29. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MSDS are kept in a binder located at the front of the room. Should you notice that an MSDS is missing or is dated from more than 3 years ago, it is your responsibility to tell your supervisor immediately. Generic WHMIS Training September 2005

30. CONCLUSION • Before using a new product, always read the label and material safety data sheet! • If you have any questions about how to use the product safely, ask your supervisor! • Make sure that you have the appropriate personal protective equipment, that it is in good repair and you know how to use it! • Always follow the instructions! • Work safe! Generic WHMIS Training September 2005