Often asked: What Info Is On A Whmis Label?

In general, a workplace label will require the following information: Product name (matching the SDS product name). Safe handling precautions, may include pictograms or other supplier label information. A reference to the SDS (if available).

What information must be on a supplier label under WHMIS 2015?

In WHMIS 2015, supplier labels for hazardous workplace products must display the product identifier and supplier identifier, as well as hazard pictogram(s); signal words (new); hazard statement(s); and precautionary statement(s) assigned based on the hazard classification.

How many pieces of information are on a WHMIS label?

Most supplier labels show six types of information. The written information must be shown in both English and French. Supplier labels may be bilingual (as one label) or available as two labels (one in English, and one in French). The pictogram(s), signal word, and hazard statement(s) must be grouped together.

What information would you find on a supplier label?

Supplier Label Definitions Product Identifier The name of the product. This could be the brand name, chemical name or generic name. Supplier Identifier This is the name of the supplier from whom the product was obtained. MSDS Statement This is a general statement referring the worker to the MSDS.

What is the difference between a workplace label and a supplier label?

When the material is moved into containers for resale or delivery out of your workplace, you must put a supplier label on each container. When the bulk material is used in your workplace (usually transferred into smaller containers), a workplace label is required on the containers.

What is the product identifier on a container label?

Product Identifier is how the hazardous chemical is identified. This can be (but is not limited to) the chemical name, code number or batch number. The manufacturer, importer or distributor can decide the appropriate product identifier. The same product identifier must be both on the label and in section 1 of the SDS.

How many points of information are included in the sections of a safety data sheet?

The information contained in the SDS is largely the same as the MSDS, except now the SDSs are required to be presented in a consistent user-friendly, 16- section format. This brief provides guidance to help workers who handle hazardous chemicals to become familiar with the format and understand the contents of the SDSs.

What is the minimum information required on a laboratory label for a container of 100 ml or less?

Containers with a capacity of 100 ml or less are not required to have hazard statements or precautionary statements on the label. Labels on containers with a capacity of 3 ml or less can be designed to be removed at the work place if the label interferes with the normal use of the product.

Where can you find the most information about a product?

SDSs provide more detailed hazard information about the product than the label. They are an important resource for workplaces and workers to help you learn more about the product(s) used.

What is the minimum information required for a manufacturer’s label?

All labels are required to have pictograms, a signal word, hazard and precautionary statements, the product identifier, and supplier identification. A sample revised HCS label, identifying the required label elements, is shown on the right. Supplemental information can also be provided on the label as needed.

What makes a supplier label easy to recognize?

The Supplier Label contains important information to warn and inform workers. What makes the Supplier Label easy to recognize? RATIONALE: Labelling is a key element of the WHMIS standard. Almost all controlled products at any workplace will have a label on it.

What is a label and when is it used?

Labels may be used for any combination of identification, information, warning, instructions for use, environmental advice or advertising. They may be stickers, permanent or temporary labels or printed packaging.

What does WHMIS stands for?

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada’s national hazard communication standard. The key elements of the system are hazard classification, cautionary labelling of containers, the provision of (material) safety data sheets ((M)SDSs) and worker education and training programs.

Is WHMIS a law?

Is WHMIS a law? Yes. WHMIS became law through a series of complementary federal, provincial and territorial legislation that became effective October 31, 1988.