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WHMIS Test Answers and Hints

Question #1 – What does WHMIS stand for?

This is one of the first things you will likely be taught in your WHMIS training class. If you aren’t sure of the answer, feel free to go back and read the first paragraph of the article. Understanding the acronym is the first step to understanding WHMIS training. (Question source)

Question #2 – True or False: WHMIS is not law.

WHMIS is more than just a training course – it is law. If you answered false to this question, you were correct! WHMIS first became law in 1998. (Question source)

Question #3 – What duties do workers have under WHMIS?

Workers have more than one duty under WHMIS. It is important to know and understand your rights and duties as a worker, and that includes your duties under WHMIS. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) states that workers must:

• Participate in WHMIS training programs
• Take necessary steps to protect themselves and other workers
• Participate in controlling and identifying hazards

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Question #4 – What does GHS stand for?

Did you know that there have been recent changes to WHMIS? Canada has now aligned WHMIS with GHS. Can you guess what that stands for? If you’ve never heard of it before, it stands for Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals. (Question source)

Question # 5 – According to WHMIS regulations, what are four key actions employers must take to protect the health and safety of workers when hazardous products are present in the workplace?

• educate and train workers on the hazards and safe use of hazardous products in the workplace
• ensure that hazardous products are properly labelled
• prepare workplace labels and SDSs (as necessary)
• ensure appropriate control measures are in place to protect the health and safety of workers

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Question #6 – What are the key elements of WHMIS?

• hazard classification
• cautionary labelling of containers
• the provision of safety data sheets (SDSs)
• worker education programs  

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Remember: These are just a few sample questions. The specific content of a WHMIS quiz will vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific job requirements.

Who Needs WHMIS Training?

Any worker who works with or may be potentially exposed to hazardous products in the workplace must complete WHMIS training.

However, WHMIS training can be beneficial even if workers think they may not be directly exposed to hazards. Improper training can lead to serious injury and hefty fines.

The WHMIS training program is a great option for new hires, Joint Health and Safety Committee members, and any worker who wishes to have a deeper understanding of the new provisions of the Globally Harmonized System as well the requirements mandated by the province’s WHMIS legislation.

The following lists out 6 sample questions and WHMIS test answers and hints. You are free to use these questions and answers as an additional resource as you prepare for WHMIS training in your workplace.

This test includes true or false sample questions, definitions and multiple choice.

Tip: Grab a notebook and a pencil. Jot down the questions and try to answer before looking at the hints/answers!

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