British Columbia Basic Security Training Practice Exam

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What does WHMIS stand for?

Workplace Heavy Materials Industrial Standards
Workplace Hazmat Materials Information Synopsis
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
Workplace History Mandated Information Stories

The correct answer is: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It is a comprehensive plan for providing information on the safe use of hazardous materials used in Canadian workplaces. Information is provided by means of product labels, material safety data sheets (MSDS), and worker education programs. The main purpose of WHMIS is to protect the health and safety of workers by promoting the understanding of hazardous materials in the workplace and their safe handling practices.