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Lab Safety Course Assignment

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This course contains general EPA’s SDWA federal rule requirements. Please be aware
that each state implements water / sampling procedures/safety/ environmental / building
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Lab Safety CEU Training Assignment
The Assignment (Exam) is also available in Word on the Internet for your Convenience,
please visit www.ABCTLC.com and download the assignment and e- mail it back to TLC.

You’ll have 90 days from the start of this course to complete in order to receive your
Professional Development Hours (PDHs) or Continuing Education Unit (CEU). A score of 70 %
is necessary to pass this course. We prefer if this exam is proctored. No intentional trick
questions. If you should need any assistance, please email all concerns and the completed
manual to [email protected].

We would prefer that you utilize the enclosed answer sheet in the front, but if you are unable to
do so, type out your own answer key. Please include your name and address on your manual
and make copy for yourself. You can e-mail or fax your Answer Key along with the Registration
Form to TLC. (S) Means answer may be plural or singular. Multiple Choice Section, One
answer per question and please use the answer key.

Revised Hazard Communication Program

1. New 2012 changes to OSHA's ____________(29 CFR 1910.1200) are bringing the U.S. into
alignment with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS),
improving safety and health protections for America's workers.
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Hazard Communication Standard
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

2. The Hazard Communication Standard in 1983 gave the workers the___________,' but the new
Globally Harmonized System gives workers the 'right to understand.'
A. OSHA’s HazCom rule D. Right to know
B. Hazard information E. Right to understand
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

3. The new Hazard Communication Standard still requires chemical manufacturers and importers to
evaluate the chemicals they produce or import and provide _____________to employers and workers by
putting labels on containers and preparing safety data sheets.
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Hazard information
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

4. Which of the following terms allowed chemical manufacturers and importers to convey hazard
information on labels and material safety data sheets in whatever format they chose?
A. OSHA’s HazCom rule D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Old standard E. Right to understand
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

5. The ______________provides a single set of harmonized criteria for classifying chemicals according
to their health and physical hazards and specifies hazard communication elements for labeling and safety
data sheets.
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Modified standard
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

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6. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS), also known as the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), is at the heart
of federal OSHA’s?
A. Hazard communication standard (HazCom) D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Hazard information E. Right to understand
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

7. Which of the following terms is a detailed, written description of a hazardous chemical that must be
kept in the workplace where such chemicals are used?
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

8. Significant new requirements were added to OSHA’s HazCom rule that will require employers to train
their employees how to read and interpret the?
A. New SDS D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Hazard information E. Right to understand
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

More on the Revised Hazard Communication Standard

9. This update to the _______________ will provide a common and coherent approach to classifying
chemicals and communicating hazard information on labels and safety data sheets.
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

10. Once implemented, the revised standard will improve the quality and consistency of hazard
information in the workplace, making it safer for workers by providing easily understandable information
on appropriate handling and safe use of?
A. OSHA’s HazCom rule D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Hazard information E. Right to understand
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

11. This update will also help reduce trade barriers and result in productivity improvements for American
businesses that regularly handle, store, and use hazardous chemicals while providing cost savings for
American businesses that periodically update ______________covered under the hazard communication
standard.
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets E. Safety data sheets and labels for chemicals
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

Rationale
12. In order to ensure ___________________in the workplace, information about the identities and
hazards of the chemicals must be available and understandable to workers.
A. OSHA’s HazCom rule D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Hazard information E. Chemical safety
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

13. OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires the development and dissemination of
such information: Chemical manufacturers and importers are required to evaluate the
________________they produce or import, and prepare labels and safety data sheets to convey the
hazard information to their downstream customers;
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Hazards of the chemicals
C. Specific criteria F. None of the Above

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14. All employers with ______________ in their workplaces must have labels and safety data sheets for
their exposed workers, and train them to handle the chemicals appropriately.
A. OSHA’s HazCom rule D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Hazard information E. Right to understand
C. Identities and hazards F. None of the Above

Major changes to the Hazard Communication Standard

15. ____________________: Provides specific criteria for classification of health and physical hazards,
as well as classification of mixtures.
A. SDS/MSDS D. Hazard communication elements
B. Safety data sheets and labels E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. Hazard classification F. None of the Above

16. Labels: Chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to provide a label that includes a
harmonized signal word, pictogram, and hazard statement for each____________. Precautionary
statements must also be provided.
A. Specific, detailed criteria D. Hazard class and category
B. Standardized label elements E. GHS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

17. Safety Data Sheets: Will now have a specified 16-section format.
Information and training: Employers are required to train workers by December 1, 2013 on the new labels
elements and safety data sheets format to facilitate?
A. Recognition and understanding D. The Purple Book
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

What is the Globally Harmonized System?

18. The Globally Harmonized System (GHS) is ________________to hazard communication, providing
agreed criteria for classification of chemical hazards, and a standardized approach to label elements and
safety data sheets.
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. An international approach E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

19. Which of the following terms was negotiated in a multi-year process by hazard communication
experts from many different countries, international organizations, and stakeholder groups?
A. Revised HCS D. The Purple Book
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

20. It is based on major existing systems around the world, including _________________and the
chemical classification and labeling systems of other US agencies.
A. Specific, detailed criteria D. OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard
B. Standardized label elements E. GHS
C. SDS F. None of the Above

21. The result of this negotiation process is the United Nations' document entitled "Globally Harmonized
System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals," commonly referred to as?
A. Revised HCS D. The Purple Book
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

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22. This document provides harmonized classification criteria for health, physical, and environmental
hazards of chemicals. It also includes standardized label elements that are assigned to these hazard
classes and categories, and provide the appropriate signal words, pictograms, and hazard and
precautionary statements to convey the?
A. Specific, detailed criteria D. Hazard classes and hazard categories
B. Standardized label elements E. Hazards to users
C. HCS F. None of the Above

23. A standardized order of information for safety data sheets is also provided. These recommendations
can be used by regulatory authorities such as OSHA to establish __________________for hazard
communication, but do not constitute a model regulation.
A. Revised HCS D. Mandatory requirements
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

No intentional trick questions.

What Hazard Communication Standard provisions are unchanged in the revised HCS?
24. The revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is a modification to the existing standard. The
parts of the standard that did not relate to the ________________ (such as the basic framework, scope,
and exemptions) remained largely unchanged.
A. Specific, detailed criteria D. Hazard classes and hazard categories
B. Standardized label elements E. GHS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

25. There have been some modifications to terminology in order to align the _________________with
language used in the GHS.
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Revised HCS F. None of the Above

26. Which of the following terms has been changed to "hazard classification" and "material safety data
sheet" was changed to "safety data sheet." OSHA stakeholders commented on this approach and found it
to be appropriate.
A. Revised HCS D. Hazard determination
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

How will chemical hazard evaluation change under the revised Hazard Communication Standard?
27. Under both the current Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) and the_______________, an
evaluation of chemical hazards must be performed considering the available scientific evidence
concerning such hazards.
A. Revised HCS D. Revised OSHA
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

28. Under the current ___________, the hazard determination provisions have definitions of hazard and
the evaluator determines whether or not the data on a chemical meet those definitions. It is a
performance-oriented approach that provides parameters for the evaluation, but not specific, detailed
criteria.
A. Specific, detailed criteria D. Hazard classes and hazard categories
B. Standardized label elements E. GHS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

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29. The hazard classification approach in the ___________ is quite different. The revised HCS has
specific criteria for each health and physical hazard, along with detailed instructions for hazard evaluation
and determinations as to whether mixtures or substances are covered.
A. Revised HCS D. The Purple Book
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

30. It also establishes both hazard classes and hazard categories—for most of the effects; the classes
are divided into categories that reflect the?
A. Specific, detailed criteria D. Hazard classes and hazard categories
B. Standardized label elements E. Relative severity of the effect
C. HCS F. None of the Above

31. Which of the following terms does not include categories for most of the health hazards covered, so
this new approach provides additional information that can be related to the appropriate response to
address the hazard?
A. Revised HCS D. Current HCS
B. Model regulation E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. GHS F. None of the Above

United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)
1.0 Background
32. The purpose of this document is to describe the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of
Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), why it was developed, and how it relates to the?
A. Earth Summit D. National, regional and international levels
B. Several U.S. regulatory agencies E. The widespread use of chemicals
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

1.1 What is the GHS?

33. The GHS is an acronym for The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of
Chemicals. The GHS is a system for ___________________the classification and labeling of chemicals.
It is a logical and comprehensive approach to: Defining health, physical and environmental hazards of
chemicals;
A. Cradle to grave D. Standardizing and harmonizing
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

34. Creating classification processes that use available data on chemicals for comparison with the
defined__________________; and
A. Hazard classification D. Hazard criteria
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

35. Communicating hazard information, as well as_______________, on labels and Safety Data Sheets
(SDS).
A. Cradle to grave D. Protective measures
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

36. The GHS itself is not a___________. The GHS Document (referred to as "The Purple Book",
establishes agreed hazard classification and communication provisions with explanatory information on
how to apply the system.
A. Regulation or a standard D. National, regional and international levels
B. Several U.S. regulatory agencies E. The widespread use of chemicals
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

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37. The elements in the _________________a mechanism to meet the basic requirement of any hazard
communication system, which is to decide if the chemical product produced and/or supplied is hazardous
and to prepare a label and/or Safety Data Sheet as appropriate.
A. Cradle to grave D. GHS supply
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

38. Regulatory authorities in countries adopting the GHS will thus take the agreed criteria and provisions,
and implement them through their own regulatory process and procedures rather than simply
incorporating the text of the?
A. Earth Summit D. National, regional and international levels
B. Several U.S. regulatory agencies E. GHS into their national requirements
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

39. The GHS Document thus provides countries with the regulatory building blocks to develop or modify
existing national programs that address classification of hazards and transmittal of information about
those hazards and associated protective measures. This helps to ensure the safe use of chemicals as
they move through the ____________from "cradle to grave."
A. Product life cycle D. GHS
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

1.2 Why was the GHS developed?

40. Chemicals directly or indirectly affect our lives and are essential to our food, our health, and our
lifestyle. The widespread use of chemicals has resulted in the development of
_______________(transport, production, workplace, agriculture, trade, and consumer products).
A. Sector-specific regulations D. National, regional and international levels
B. Several U.S. regulatory agencies E. The widespread use of chemicals
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

41. Having readily available information on the_____________, and recommended control measures,
allows the production, transport, use and disposal of chemicals to be managed safely. Thus, human
health and the environment are protected.
A. Cradle to grave D. GHS
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

42. Which of the following terms should include systems through which chemical hazards are identified
and communicated to all who are potentially exposed? These groups include workers, consumers,
emergency responders and the public.
A. Earth Summit D. National, regional and international levels
B. Several U.S. regulatory agencies E. The widespread use of chemicals
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

43. It is important to know what chemicals are present and/or used, their hazards to human health and
the environment, and the?
A. Means to control them D. GHS
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

44. Which of the following terms - each addressing specific use patterns and groups of chemicals, exist
at the national, regional and international levels?
A. Hazard classification D. Number of classification and labeling systems
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

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45. While the existing laws and regulations are similar, they are different enough to require multiple
labels for the same product both within the U.S. and in international trade and to require
________________ for the same product in international trade.
A. Cradle to grave D. GHS
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

46. Several U.S. regulatory agencies and various countries have different requirements for hazard
definitions as well as for information to be included on?
A. Labels or material safety data sheets D. National, regional and international levels
B. Several U.S. regulatory agencies E. The widespread use of chemicals
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

47. Flammable liquid is another hazard that is covered by most existing systems. The coverage varies
between existing systems within the U.S. and globally. This means that the same product can be non-
hazardous or hazardous with?
A. Different labels/SDSs D. GHS
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

48. These differences in hazards and SDS/labels impact both protection and trade. In the area of
protection, users may see different label warnings or safety data sheet information for the same chemical.
In the area of trade, the need to comply with multiple regulations regarding _____________ and labeling
is costly and time-consuming.
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

49. Some multinational companies have estimated that there are over 100 ____________ for their
products globally. For small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) regulatory compliance is complex and
costly, and it can act as a barrier to international trade in chemicals.
A. Cradle to grave D. GHS
B. Hazards to human health E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Multiple safety data sheets F. None of the Above

1.3 What was the International Mandate?

50. The single most important force that drove the creation of the _______________was the international
mandate adopted in the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED),
often called the "Earth Summit".
A. Earth Summit D. National, regional and international levels
B. GHS E. Widespread use of chemicals
C. Regulatory authorities in countries F. None of the Above

51. Which of the following terms was one of six program areas that were endorsed by the United Nations
General Assembly to strengthen international efforts concerning the environmentally sound management
of chemicals?
A. Achieve a global approach D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. Regulatory changes E. Harmonization of classification and labeling of chemicals
C. GHS F. None of the Above

52. It was recognized that an internationally _______________to classification and labeling would
provide the foundation for all countries to develop comprehensive national programs to ensure the safe
use of chemicals.
A. Self-classification D. GHS labels and/or Safety Data Sheets
B. Hazards of a substance or mixture E. Existing hazard communication systems
C. Harmonized approach F. None of the Above

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1.4 How was the GHS developed?
53. In conjunction with its Convention and Recommendation on Safety in the Use of Chemicals at Work,
the International Labor Organization (ILO) studied the tasks required to achieve harmonization. The ILO
concluded that there were _____________ that needed to be harmonized to achieve a global approach.
A. A global approach D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. The regulatory changes E. Be exposed (workplaces), and in transport
C. Four major existing systems F. None of the Above

54. No international organization covers all aspects of__________________. A broad scope and
extensive expertise and resources were required to develop a system. In order to proceed, several
decisions were needed…
A. Self-classification D. Chemical classification and labeling
B. Hazards of a substance or mixture E. Existing hazard communication systems
C. The data used for classification F. None of the Above

1.7 What are the benefits?

55. The basic goal of _________________is to ensure that employers, employees and the public are
provided with adequate, practical, reliable and comprehensible information on the hazards of chemicals,
so that they can take effective preventive and protective measure for their health and safety. Thus,
implementation of effective hazard communication provides benefits for governments, companies,
workers, and members of the public.
A. Achieve a global approach D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. The regulatory changes E. Hazard communication
C. GHS F. None of the Above

2.2 Will all hazardous chemicals require a GHS label and Safety Data Sheet?
56. The need for GHS labels and/or ______________ is expected to vary by product category or stage in
the chemical's lifecycle from research/production to end use.
A. Self-classification D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Hazards of a substance or mixture E. Existing hazard communication systems
C. The data used for classification F. None of the Above

57. For example, pharmaceuticals, food additives, cosmetics and pesticide residues in food will not be
covered by the _____________ at the point of consumption, but will be covered where workers may be
exposed (workplaces), and in transport.
A. Global approach D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. Regulatory changes E. Transport
C. GHS F. None of the Above

58. The medical use of human or veterinary pharmaceuticals is generally addressed in package inserts and
is not part of existing hazard communication systems. Similarly, foods are generally not labeled under
existing hazard communication systems. The exact requirements for labels and ___________ will continue
to be defined in national regulations.
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

2.3 How will the GHS impact existing regulations?

59. The GHS is a voluntary international system that imposes no binding treaty obligations on countries.
To the extent that countries adopt the GHS into their systems, the ___________ would be binding for
covered industries.
A. Achieve a global approach D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. Regulatory changes E. Be exposed (workplaces), and in transport
C. GHS F. None of the Above

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60. For countries with existing systems, it is expected that the ______________will be applied within the
framework/infrastructure of existing hazard communication regulatory schemes. For example, exceptions
and exemptions found in existing regulations would not be expected to change (e.g., transportation of
limited quantities).
A. Hazard classification D. GHS components
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

3.0 What is Classification?

61. Classification is ____________for hazard communication. It involves the identification of the
hazard(s) of a chemical or mixture by assigning a category of hazard/danger using defined criteria.
A. A global approach D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. The regulatory changes E. Be exposed (workplaces), and in transport
C. The starting point F. None of the Above

62. The GHS is designed to be consistent and transparent. It draws a clear distinction between classes
and categories in order to allow for "self-classification". For many hazards a decision tree approach (e.g.,
eye irritation) is provided in_______________.
A. Self-classification D. The GHS Document
B. Hazards of a substance or mixture E. Existing hazard communication systems
C. The data used for classification F. None of the Above

63. For several hazards _____________are semi-quantitative or qualitative. Expert judgment may be
required to interpret these data.
A. The global approaches D. Preventive and protective measure for their health and safety
B. The regulatory changes E. All of the Above
C. The GHS criteria F. None of the Above

Hazard Classification
64. The term "________________ is used to indicate that only the intrinsic hazardous properties of
substances and mixtures are considered and involves the following 3 steps: Identification of relevant data
regarding the hazards of a substance or mixture;
A. Self-classification D. GHS labels and/or Safety Data Sheets
B. Hazards of a substance or mixture E. Hazard classification
C. The data used for classification F. None of the Above

65. Subsequent review of those data to ascertain the hazards associated with the______________;
and…
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Substance or mixture
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

66. A decision on whether the substance or mixture will be classified as a hazardous substance or
mixture and the ______________, where appropriate, by comparison of the data with agreed hazard
classification criteria.
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

67. The ________________may be obtained from tests, literature, and practical experience.
A. Hazard classification D. Data used for classification
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

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68. The GHS health and environmental hazard criteria/definitions are test method neutral. Accordingly,
tests that determine hazardous properties conducted according to internationally recognized scientific
principles can be used for purposes of _____________________.
A. Hazard classification D. Existing hazard communication regulatory schemes
B. Safety Data Sheets E. Hazards associated
C. Degree of hazard F. None of the Above

3.1 What are the GHS Physical Hazards?

69. The _____________________, developed by the ILO and UNCETDG, were largely based on the
existing criteria used by the UN Model Regulation on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. Therefore,
many of the criteria are already being used on a worldwide basis. However, some additions and changes
were necessary since the scope of the GHS includes all target audiences.
A. Physical hazards classification D. GHS physical hazard criteria
B. GHS criteria E. Scope of the GHS includes all target audiences
C. Liquid or a gas F. None of the Above

70. The _____________provides specific references to approved test methods and criteria for
classification. The GHS physical hazard criteria apply to mixtures. It is assumed that mixtures will be
tested for physical hazards.
A. Physical hazards classification process D. GHS physical hazard criteria
B. GHS criteria E. Scope of the GHS includes all target audiences
C. Liquid or a gas F. None of the Above

71. In general, the GHS criteria for physical hazards are quantitative or semi-quantitative with multiple
hazard levels within an endpoint. This is different from several of the existing systems that currently have
qualitative criteria for various physical hazards (e.g., organic peroxide criteria under WHMIS and OSHA
HCS). This could make classification under the________________________.
A. Physical hazards classification D. GHS physical hazard criteria
B. GHS criteria E. Scope of the GHS includes all target audiences
C. GHS more consistent F. None of the Above

72. In developing GHS criteria for _____________it was necessary to define physical states. In the GHS,
a gas is a substance or mixture which at 50°C has a vapor pressure greater than 300 kPa; or is
completely gaseous at 20°C and a standard pressure of 101.3 kPa.
A. Physical hazards classification D. GHS physical hazard criteria
B. GHS criteria E. Scope of the GHS includes all target audiences
C. Physical hazards F. None of the Above

73. _______________that is not a gas and which has a melting point or initial melting point of 20°C or
less at standard pressure of 101.3 kPa.
A. Physical hazards classification D. A liquid is a substance or mixture
B. GHS criteria E. A solid is a substance or mixture
C. Liquid or a gas F. None of the Above

74. ___________________that does not meet the definitions of a liquid or a gas.

A. Physical hazards classification D. GHS physical hazard criteria
B. A liquid is a substance or mixture E. A solid is a substance or mixture
C. Liquid or a gas F. None of the Above

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3.1.1 Explosives
75. An explosive substance (or mixture) is a solid or liquid which is in itself capable by
__________________of producing gas at such a temperature and pressure and at such a speed as to
cause damage to the surroundings.
A. Chemical reaction D. Ignition distance test
B. Single hazard category E. Chemical heat of combustion
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

76. Pyrotechnic substances are included even _______________. A pyrotechnic substance (or mixture)
is designed to produce an effect by heat, light, sound, gas or smoke or a combination of these as the
result of non-detonative, self-sustaining, exothermic chemical reactions.
A. Flammable components D. Solid or liquid particles
B. Substances and mixtures E. Exothermic chemical reactions
C. Foam aerosols F. None of the Above

3.1.2 Flammable Gases

77. ________________means a gas having a flammable range in air at 20°C and a standard pressure of
101.3 kPa.
A. Flammable gas D. Ignition distance test
B. Single hazard category E. Chemical heat of combustion
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

78. _________________ of this hazard class are assigned to one of two hazard categories on the basis
of the outcome of the test or calculation method (ISO 10156:1996).
A. Flammable components D. Solid or liquid particles
B. Substances and mixtures E. Exothermic chemical reactions
C. Foam aerosols F. None of the Above

3.1.3 Flammable Aerosols

79. Aerosols are any gas compressed, liquefied or dissolved under pressure within a non-refillable
container made of metal, glass or plastic, with or without___________________________.
A. Aerosols D. Ignition distance test
B. Single hazard category E. Chemical heat of combustion
C. A liquid, paste or powder F. None of the Above

80. The container is fitted with a release device allowing the contents to be ejected as solid or liquid
particles in suspension in a gas, as a foam, paste or powder or_________________________.
A. Flammable components D. Solid or liquid particles
B. Substances and mixtures E. Exothermic chemical reactions
C. In a liquid or gaseous state F. None of the Above

81. Aerosols should be considered for classification as either a Category 1 or Category 2 Flammable
Aerosol if they contain any component classified as flammable according to the ___________for
flammable liquids, flammable gases, or flammable solids.
A. GHS criteria D. Ignition distance test
B. Single hazard category E. Chemical heat of combustion
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

82. Classification is based on: ______________of flammable components;

A. Flammable components D. Solid or liquid particles
B. Substances and mixtures E. Exothermic chemical reactions
C. Concentration F. None of the Above

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83. ________________of combustion (mainly for transport/storage);
A. Aerosols D. Ignition distance test
B. Single hazard category E. Chemical heat
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

84. Results from the ________________(foam aerosols) (mainly for worker/consumer);

A. Flammable components D. Solid or liquid particles
B. Substances and mixtures E. Foam test
C. Foam aerosols F. None of the Above

85. _________________distance test (spray aerosols) (mainly for worker/consumer);

A. Aerosol ignition D. Ignition
B. Single hazard category E. Chemical heat of combustion
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

86. __________________(spray aerosols) (mainly for worker/consumer).

A. Flammable components D. Enclosed space test
B. Substances and mixtures E. Exothermic chemical reaction
C. Foam aerosols F. None of the Above

Aerosols are considered:

87. _________________, if the concentration of the flammable components < 1% and the heat of
combustion is < 20 kJ/g.
A. Aerosols D. Extremely flammable
B. Single hazard category E. Nonflammable
C. Flammable gas F. None of the Above

88. ______________________, if the concentration of the flammable components >85% and the heat of
combustion is > 30 kJ/g to avoid excessive testing.
A. Aerosols D. Extremely flammable
B. Single hazard category E. Nonflammable
C. Flammable gas F. None of the Above

3.1.4 Oxidizing Gases

89. ____________________means any gas which may, generally by providing oxygen, cause or
contribute to the combustion of other material more than air does.
A. Aerosols D. Ignition
B. Single hazard category E. Oxidizing gas
C. Flammable gas F. None of the Above

90. _______________of this hazard class are assigned to a single hazard category on the basis that,
generally by providing oxygen, they cause or contribute to the combustion of other material more than air
does.
A. Aerosols D. Substances and mixtures
B. Single hazard category E. Oxidizers
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

91. The test method is ISO 10156:1996. Currently, several workplace hazard communication systems
cover oxidizers (solids, liquids, gases) as__________________.
A. Aerosols D. A class of chemicals
B. Single hazard category E. Oxidizers
C. Flammable gas means a gas F. None of the Above

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3.1.5 Gases under Pressure
92. ________________under pressure are gases that are contained in a receptacle at a pressure not
less than 280 Pa at 20°C or as a refrigerated liquid. This endpoint covers four types of gases or gaseous
mixtures to address the effects of sudden release of pressure or freezing which may lead to serious
damage to people, property, or the environment independent of other hazards the gases may pose.
A. Flammable solids D. Physical state or compressed gases
B. Substances and mixtures E. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class
C. Gases F. None of the Above

93. For this group of gases, the following information is required: vapor pressure at 50°C; physical state
at 20°C at standard ambient pressure; __________________.
A. Combustion of other material D. Explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing
B. Readily combustible solids E. Critical temperature
C. Basis of the flash point F. None of the Above

94. ___________________that use the physical state or compressed gases will be a different
classification basis for some workplace systems.
A. Flammable solids D. Physical state or compressed gases
B. Substances and mixtures E. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class
C. Ignition or pressure F. None of the Above

3.1.6 Flammable Liquids

95. _______________means a liquid having a flash point of not more than 93°C. Substances and
mixtures of this hazard class are assigned to one of four hazard categories on the basis of the flash point
and boiling point.
A. Flammable liquid D. Explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing
B. Readily combustible solids E. Critical temperature
C. Flammable solids F. None of the Above

3.1.7 Flammable Solids

96. __________________ are solids that are readily combustible, or may cause or contribute to fire
through friction.
A. Flammable liquid D. Explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing
B. Readily combustible solids E. Critical temperature
C. Flammable solids F. None of the Above

97. ____________________ are powdered, granular, or pasty substances which are dangerous if they
can be easily ignited by brief contact with an ignition source, such as a burning match, and if the flame
spreads rapidly.
A. Flammable liquid D. Explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing
B. Readily combustible solids E. Critical temperature
C. Flammable solids F. None of the Above

98. ____________________ are assigned to one of two hazard categories (Table 3.4) on the basis of
the outcome of the UN Test N.1 (UN Manual of Tests and Criteria). The tests include burning time,
burning rate and behavior of fire in a wetted zone of the test sample.
A. Flammable solids D. Physical state or compressed gases
B. Substances and mixtures E. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class
C. Ignition or pressure F. None of the Above

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3.1.8 Self-Reactive Substances
99. _____________________are thermally unstable liquids or solids liable to undergo a strongly
exothermic thermal decomposition even without participation of oxygen (air). This definition excludes
materials classified under the GHS as explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing.
A. Combustion of other material D. Explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing
B. Readily combustible solids E. Self-reactive substances
C. Basis of the flash point F. None of the Above

3.1.12 Substances which on Contact with Water Emit Flammable Gases

100. Substances that, in contact with water, emit flammable gases are solids or liquids which, by
interaction with water, are liable to become spontaneously flammable or to give off
_________________in dangerous quantities.
A. Flammable solids D. Physical state or compressed gases
B. Substances and mixtures E. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class
C. Flammable gases F. None of the Above

3.1.13 Oxidizing Liquids

101. _________________is a liquid which, while in itself not necessarily combustible, may, generally by
yielding oxygen, cause or contribute to the combustion of other material.
A. Combustible liquid D. Explosive liquid
B. Readily combustible liquid E. An oxidizing liquid
C. Basis of the flash point F. None of the Above

102. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class are assigned to one of three hazard categories on the
basis of test results (UN Test O.2 UN Manual of Tests and Criteria) which measure ignition or pressure
rise time compared to ______________________.
A. Flammable solids D. Physical state or compressed gases
B. Substances and mixtures E. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class
C. Ignition F. None of the Above

3.1.14 Oxidizing Solids

103. An oxidizing solid is a solid which, while in itself not necessarily combustible, may, generally by
yielding oxygen, cause or contribute to the ____________________.
A. Combustion of other material D. Explosive, organic peroxides or as oxidizing
B. Readily combustible solids E. Critical temperature
C. Basis of the flash point F. None of the Above

104. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class are assigned to one of three hazard categories on the
basis of test results (UN Test O.1 UN Manual of Tests and Criteria) which measure mean burning time
and _________________________.
A. Flammable solids D. Physical state or compressed gases
B. Substances and mixtures E. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class
C. Ignition or pressure F. None of the Above

105. Currently, several workplace hazard communication systems cover ________________(solids,

liquids, gases) as a class of chemicals.
A. Oxidizers D. Explosives
B. Readily combustible solids E. Critical temperatures
C. Flash points F. None of the Above

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3.1.15 Organic Peroxides
106. An organic peroxide is an organic liquid or solid which contains the _________________ and may
be considered a derivative of hydrogen peroxide, where one or both of the hydrogen atoms have been
replaced by organic radicals.
A. Substances and mixtures D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized odors E. Organic radicals
C. Chemical actions F. None of the Above

107. The term also includes organic peroxide formulations (mixtures). Such substances and mixtures
may: be liable to________________; burn rapidly; be sensitive to impact or friction; react dangerously
with other substances.
A. Melt D. Explosive decomposition
B. Decompose E. Burn
C. Corrode F. None of the Above

3.1.16 Substances Corrosive to Metal

108. A substance or a mixture that by ________________will materially damage, or even destroy,
metals is termed 'corrosive to metal'.
A. Substances and mixtures D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized approach E. Organic radicals
C. Chemical action F. None of the Above

109. The concern in this case is the protection of metal equipment or installations in case of leakage
(e.g., plane, ship, tank), not __________________between the container/tank and the product. This
hazard is not currently covered in all systems.
A. Not currently covered D. Health and environmental criteria
B. Analysis of existing E. Material compatibility
C. Corrosive F. None of the Above

3.2 What are the GHS Health and Environmental Hazards?

110. The GHS health and environmental hazard criteria represent a harmonized approach for existing
classification systems. The work at the OECD to develop the GHS criteria included: A thorough analysis
of existing classification systems, including the______________, its rationale and an explanation of the
mode of use;
A. Not currently covered D. Health and environmental criteria
B. Analysis of existing E. Scientific basis for a system and its criteria
C. Corrosive F. None of the Above

111. A proposal for ________________for each category. For some categories the harmonized
approach was easy to develop because the existing systems had similar approaches. In cases where the
approach was different, a compromise consensus proposal was developed.
A. Harmonized criteria D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized approach E. Harmonizing
C. Harmonized chemical action F. None of the Above

112. _____________were established for substances and mixtures.

A. Health criteria D. Health and environmental criteria
B. Analysis of existing E. Competent Authorities
C. Corrosive F. None of the Above

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3.2.2 Skin Corrosion
113. ___________________means the production of irreversible damage to the skin following the
application of a test substance for up to 4 hours.
A. Skin corrosion D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized approach E. Organic radicals
C. Chemical action F. None of the Above

114. Substances and mixtures in this __________________are assigned to a single harmonized

corrosion category.
A. Hazard class D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized approach E. Organic class
C. Chemical class F. None of the Above

115. For Competent Authorities, such as transport packing groups, needing more than one designation
for corrosivity, up to three subcategories are provided within the________________.
A. Class D. Health and environmental criteria
B. Analysis E. Corrosive category
C. Corrosive class F. None of the Above

116. Several factors should be considered in determining the ___________________before testing is

initiated: Human experience showing irreversible damage to the skin;
A. Corrosion potential D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized approach E. Organic radicals
C. Chemical potenial F. None of the Above

117. Structure/activity or structure _______________to a substance or mixture already classified as

corrosive;
A. Substances and mixtures D. Property relationship
B. Harmonized approach E. Organic relationship
C. Chemical action F. None of the Above

3.2.3 Skin Irritation

118. ________________means the production of reversible damage to the skin following the application
of a test substance for up to 4 hours.
A. Chemical action D. Health and environmental criteria
B. Analysis of existing E. Skin irritation
C. Corrosive F. None of the Above

119. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class are assigned to a single irritant category. For those
authorities, such as pesticide regulators, wanting more than one designation for skin irritation, an
additional___________________________.
A. Substances and mixtures D. Structure/activity or structure property
B. Harmonized approach E. Mild irritant category is provided
C. Chemical action F. None of the Above

120. _______________ should be considered in determining the irritation potential before testing is
initiated: Human experience or data showing reversible damage to the skin following exposure of up to 4
hours;
A. Several factors D. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class
B. pH extremes E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

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121. Structure/activity or structure property relationship to a substance or mixture already classified as
_______________.
A. Test substance D. Pesticide regulators
B. An irritant E. Serious physical decay
C. Skin sensitizer F. None of the Above

3.2.4 Eye Effects

122. _______________ should be considered in determining the serious eye damage or eye irritation
potential before testing is initiated: Accumulated human and animal experience;
A. Several factors D. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class
B. pH extremes E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

123. Structure/activity or structure property relationship to a ___________already classified; pH

extremes like < 2 and > 11.5 that may produce serious eye damage.
A. Test substance D. Substance or mixture
B. pH extreme E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

124. Serious eye damage means the _____________, or serious physical decay of vision, following
application of a test substance to the front surface of the eye, which is not fully reversible within 21 days
of application.
A. Test substance D. Pesticide regulators
B. An irritant E. Serious physical decay
C. Skin sensitizer F. None of the Above

125. _____________in this hazard class are assigned to a single harmonized category.
A. Several factors D. Substances and mixtures
B. pH extremes E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

126. _____________means changes in the eye following the application of a test substance to the front
surface of the eye, which are fully reversible within 21 days of application.
A. Test substance D. Eye irritation
B. An irritant E. Serious physical decay
C. Skin sensitizer F. None of the Above

127. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class are assigned to_________________.
A. Several factors D. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class
B. pH extremes E. A single harmonized hazard category
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

128. For authorities, such as pesticide regulators, wanting more than one designation for eye irritation,
________________________, depending on whether the effects are reversible in 21 or 7 days.
A. Test substance D. One of two subcategories can be selected
B. An irritant E. Serious physical decay
C. Skin sensitizer F. None of the Above

3.2.5 Sensitization
129. __________________means a substance that induces hypersensitivity of the airways following
inhalation of the substance.
A. Several factors D. Respiratory sensitizer
B. pH extremes E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

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130. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class are assigned to_________________.
A. Several factors D. One hazard category
B. pH extremes E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

131. Skin sensitizer means a substance that will induce an allergic response following skin contact. The
definition for "skin sensitizer" is equivalent to "____________________".
A. Contact sensitizer D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An irritant E. Serious physical decay
C. Skin sensitizer F. None of the Above

132. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class are assigned to_______________.
A. One hazard category D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An irritant E. Serious physical decay
C. Skin sensitizer F. None of the Above

133. Consideration should be given to classifying substances which cause immunological contact
urticaria (an allergic disorder) as _______________.
A. Several factors D. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class
B. pH extremes E. Hypersensitivity
C. Contact sensitizer F. None of the Above

3.2.6 Germ Cell Mutagenicity

134. ____________________means an agent giving rise to an increased occurrence of mutations in
populations of cells and/or organisms.
A. Mutagen D. Only in animal studies mutagen
B. A single exposure mutagen E. Reproductive and developmental effects
C. Known or presumed mutagen F. None of the Above

3.2.7 Carcinogenicity
135. _____________________means a chemical substance or a mixture of chemical substances which
induce cancer or increase its incidence.
A. Death following aspiration D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. Carcinogen E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. The basis of viscosity F. None of the Above

136. _____________________in this hazard class are assigned to one of two hazard categories.
Category 1 has two subcategories. The Carcinogenicity Guidance Section in the GHS Document includes
comments about IARC.
A. The harmonized criteria D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. A single exposure E. Substances and mixtures
C. Known or presumed F. None of the Above

3.2.8 Reproductive Toxicity

137. _________________includes adverse effects on sexual function and fertility in adult males and
females, as well as developmental toxicity in offspring.
A. Death D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. Reproductive toxicity E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. The basis of viscosity F. None of the Above

138. Substances and mixtures with reproductive and/or developmental effects are assigned to one of two
hazard categories, 'known or presumed' and '__________________'.
A. The harmonized criteria D. Only in animal studies
B. A single exposure E. Reproductive and developmental effects
C. Suspected F. None of the Above

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139. Category 1 has two subcategories for reproductive and_______________. Materials which cause
concern for the health of breastfed children have a separate category, Effects on or Via Lactation.
A. Death D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. Developmental effects E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. The basis of viscosity F. None of the Above

3.2.9 Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (TOST): Single Exposure & Repeated Exposure
140. The GHS distinguishes between single and repeat exposure for Target Organ Effects. Some
existing systems distinguish between single and repeat exposure for these effects and________.
A. The harmonized criteria D. Only in animal studies
B. Some do not E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. Known or presumed F. None of the Above

141. ______________________, not otherwise specifically included in the GHS, that can impair function,
both reversible and irreversible, immediate and/or delayed are included in the non-lethal target
organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST).
A. Death D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. All significant health effects E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. The basis of viscosity F. None of the Above

142. Narcotic effects and _________________are considered to be target organ systemic effects
following a single exposure.
A. The harmonized criteria D. Respiratory tract irritation
B. A single exposure E. Trachea and lower respiratory system
C. Known or presumed F. None of the Above

3.2.10 Aspiration Hazard

143. _________________includes severe acute effects such as chemical pneumonia, varying degrees
of pulmonary injury or death following aspiration.
A. Death following aspiration D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An aspiration hazard in humans E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. Aspiration toxicity F. None of the Above

144. _________________ is the entry of a liquid or solid directly through the oral or nasal cavity, or
indirectly from vomiting, into the trachea and lower respiratory system.
A. Death following aspiration D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An aspiration hazard in humans E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. Aspiration F. None of the Above

145. Some hydrocarbons (petroleum distillates) and certain chlorinated hydrocarbons have been shown
to pose an __________________ in humans.
A. Death following aspiration D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. Aspiration hazard in humans E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. Aspiration hazard F. None of the Above

146. Primary alcohols, and ketones have been shown to pose an ________________ only in animal
studies.
A. Death following aspiration D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. Aspiration hazard in humans E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. Aspiration hazard F. None of the Above

147. Substances and mixtures of ___________are assigned to one of two hazard categories this hazard
class on the basis of viscosity.
A. This hazard class D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An aspiration hazard in humans E. Non-lethal target organ/systemic toxicity class (TOST)
C. The basis of viscosity F. None of the Above

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3.3 Environmental Hazards
3.3.1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment
148. The harmonized criteria are ______________for packaged goods in both supply and use in multi-
modal transport schemes.
A. Considered suitable D. Only in animal studies
B. A single exposure E. Complex substance
C. Known or presumed F. None of the Above

149. _________________ of it may be used for bulk land transport and bulk marine transport under
MARPOL (International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships) insofar as this uses
aquatic toxicity.
A. The harmonized criteria D. Only in animal studies
B. A single exposure E. Complex substance
C. Known or presumed F. None of the Above

3.3.1.1 Acute Aquatic Toxicity

150. __________________means the intrinsic property of a material to cause injury to an aquatic
organism in a short-term exposure.
A. Acute aquatic toxicity D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An aspiration hazard in humans E. Chronic aquatic toxicity
C. Complex substance F. None of the Above

151. Substances and mixtures of this hazard class are assigned to one of three toxicity categories on the
basis of acute toxicity data: LC50 (fish) or EC50 (crustacea) or ErC50 (for algae or other aquatic plants). In
some regulatory systems these acute toxicity categories may be subdivided or_________________.
A. The harmonized criteria D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. A single exposure E. Extended for certain sectors
C. Known or presumed F. None of the Above

3.3.1.2 Chronic Aquatic Toxicity

152. ________________ means the potential or actual properties of a material to cause adverse effects
to aquatic organisms during exposures that are determined in relation to the lifecycle of the organism.
A. Acute aquatic toxicity D. Reproductive and developmental effects
B. An aspiration hazard in humans E. Chronic aquatic toxicity
C. Complex substance F. None of the Above

153. ____________________are assigned to one of four toxicity categories on the basis of acute data
and environmental fate data: LC50 (fish) or EC50 (crustacea) or ErC50 (for algae or other aquatic plants)
and degradation/bioaccumulation.
A. Cutoff value/concentration limits D. Substances and mixtures in this hazard class
B. Potential or actual properties E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

154. While experimentally derived test data are preferred, where no experimental data are available,
validated Quantitative Structure Activity Relationships (QSARs) for aquatic toxicity and log KOW may be
used in the__________________.
A. GHS D. Complex substance
B. Classification process E. Stability of the substance or changing its composition
C. Potential or actual properties F. None of the Above

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3.4 What is the GHS approach to classifying mixtures?
155. For consistency and understanding the_________________, the GHS defines certain terms. These
working definitions are for the purpose of evaluating or determining the hazards of a product for
classification and labeling.
A. Cutoff value/concentration limits D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. Provisions for classifying mixtures E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

156. Substance: Chemical elements and their compounds in the natural state or obtained by any
production process, including any additive necessary to preserve the stability of the product and any
impurities deriving from the process used, but excluding any solvent which may be separated without
affecting the _________________or changing its composition.
A. GHS D. Complex substance
B. No experimental data E. Stability of the substance
C. Potential or actual properties F. None of the Above

157. Mixture: Mixtures or solutions composed of _______________ in which they do not react.
A. Cutoff value/concentration limits D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. Potential or actual properties E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

158. Alloy: An alloy is a metallic material, _____________________, consisting of two or more elements
so combined that they cannot be readily separated by mechanical means. Alloys are considered to be
mixtures for the purpose of classification under the GHS.
A. Homogeneous on a macroscopic scale D. Complex substance
B. Hazardous properties of chemicals E. Stability of the substance or changing its composition
C. Potential or actual properties F. None of the Above

159. Where impurities, additives or individual constituents of a substance or mixture have been identified
and are themselves classified, they should be taken into account during classification if they exceed the
cutoff value/concentration limit for a_________________________.
A. Cutoff value/concentration limit D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. Given hazard class E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

3.5 What are bridging principles?

160. ________________________are an important concept in the GHS for classifying untested
mixtures. When a mixture has not been tested, but there are sufficient data on the components and/or
similar tested mixtures.
A. GHS D. Complex substance
B. Bridging principles E. Stability of the substance or changing its composition
C. Potential or actual properties F. None of the Above

161. Dilution: If a mixture is diluted with a diluent that has an equivalent or lower toxicity, then the
hazards of the new mixture are assumed to______________________.
A. Cutoff value/concentration limit D. Be equivalent to the original
B. GHS E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

162. Batching: If a batch of a complex substance is produced under a________________, then the
hazards of the new batch are assumed to be equivalent to the previous batches.
A. GHS D. Controlled process
B. Degradation/bioaccumulation E. Stability of the substance or changing its composition
C. Potential or actual properties F. None of the Above

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163. Concentration of Highly Toxic Mixtures: If a mixture is severely hazardous, then a concentrated
mixture is also assumed to ___________________________
A. Cutoff value/concentration limit D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. Be severely hazardous E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

164. Interpolation within One Toxic Category: Mixtures having component concentrations within a range
where the hazards are known are assumed to have those_________________.
A. GHS D. Complex substance
B. Known hazards E. Stability of the substance or changing its composition
C. Potential or actual properties F. None of the Above

165. Substantially Similar Mixtures: Slight changes in the concentrations of components are not expected
to change the hazards of a mixture and substitutions involving toxicologically similar components are not
expected to change the _________________
A. Cutoff value/concentration limit D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. Hazards of a mixture E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

166. Aerosols: An aerosol form of a mixture is assumed to have the same ________________ as the
tested, non-aerosolized form of the mixture unless the propellant affects the hazards upon spraying.
A. Cutoff value/concentration limit D. Degradation/bioaccumulation
B. GHS E. Two or more substances
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

167. All bridging principles do not apply to every health and environmental endpoint. Consult each
endpoint to determine which ______________________apply.
A. Bridging principles D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

168. When the bridging principles do not apply or ___________________, the health and environmental
hazards of mixtures are estimated based on component information.
A. GHS D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

4.0 Hazard Communication

169. As in existing systems, labels and _____________________ are the main tools for chemical hazard
communication. They identify the hazardous properties of chemicals that may pose a health, physical or
environmental hazard during normal handling or use.
A. GHS D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

170. ______________is to identify the intrinsic hazards found in chemical substances and mixtures, and
to convey information about these hazards.
A. GHS D. The goal of the GHS
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

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171. The international mandate for the GHS included the development of a harmonized hazard
communication system, including labeling, Safety Data Sheets and easily understandable symbols, based
on the classification criteria developed for the ______________.
A. GHS D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

4.1 What factors influenced development of the GHS communication tools?

172. Early in the process of developing the________________, several significant issues were
recognized.
A. GHS communication tools D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

173. One of the most important was comprehensibility of the information provided. After all, the aim of
the system is to present hazard information in a manner that the intended audience can easily understand
and that will thus minimize the possibility of adverse effects resulting from_____________________.
A. Exposure D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

174. The GHS identifies some guiding principles to assist in this process: Information should be
conveyed in more than one way, e.g.,___________________________;
A. Text and symbols D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

175. The comprehensibility of the components of the system should take account of existing studies and
literature as well as any evidence gained from______________________;
A. GHS D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Testing F. None of the Above

176. The phrases used to indicate degree (severity) of hazard should be consistent across the health,
physical and________________________.
A. GHS D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

4.2 Labels
4.2.1 What does a label look like?
177. Existing systems have labels that look different for the___________________. We know that this
leads to worker confusion, consumer uncertainty and the need for additional resources to maintain
different systems. In the U.S. as well as in other countries, chemical products are regulated by
sector/target audience.
A. GHS D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

178. Different agencies regulate the workplace, consumers, agricultural chemicals and transport.
_____________for these sectors/target audiences vary both in the U.S. and globally.
A. Labels D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

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Transport and Emergency Responders
179. For hazardous products being transported, outer containers have required label elements, product
identifier and hazard symbols. _________________are in addition to workplace or end use label
requirements.
A. Transportation requirements D. Safety Data Sheets
B. Environmental hazards E. Hazardous properties of chemicals
C. Chemical products F. None of the Above

Agricultural Chemicals and Pesticides

180. In many systems, agricultural chemicals often have special label requirements. In the U.S. the EPA
is the agency covering these chemicals. A pesticide product with the same hazards as ToxiFlam would
have a label developed using_____________________.
A. Pictogram D. Purple Book
B. FIFRA requirements E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

181. ________________ has requirements for product identity, chemical identity, signal word, hazard
statements, and precautionary measures including first aid.
A. GHS pictogram D. FIFRA
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

4.3 What are the GHS label elements?

182. Some _________________have been standardized (identical with no variation) and are directly
related to the endpoints and hazard level. Other label elements are harmonized with common definitions
and/or principles.
A. Pictogram D. GHS label elements
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

The standardized label elements included in the GHS are:

183. Symbols (hazard pictograms): Convey health, physical and environmental hazard information,
assigned to a______________________.
A. GHS pictogram D. GHS hazard class and category
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

184. Signal Words: "Danger" or "Warning" are used to emphasize hazards and indicate the relative level
of severity of the hazard, assigned to a _________________.
A. Pictogram D. Purple Book
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

185. Hazard Statements: Standard phrases assigned to a ________________and category that describe
the nature of the hazard.
A. GHS pictogram D. Hazard class
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

186. The symbols, signal words, and hazard statements have all been standardized and assigned to
specific hazard categories and classes, as appropriate. This approach makes it easier for countries to
implement the system and should make it easier for companies to comply with regulations based on the
_____________________.
A. Pictogram D. Purple Book
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

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187. The use of symbols, signal words or hazard statements other than those that have been assigned to
each of the ______________ would be contrary to harmonization.
A. GHS pictogram D. FIFRA
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

188. The Section numbers refer to the sections in the ______________or "Purple Book".
A. Pictogram D. GHS Document
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

4.3.1 Symbols/Pictograms
189. The GHS symbols have been incorporated into pictograms for use on the____________.
Pictograms include the harmonized hazard symbols plus other graphic elements, such as borders,
background patterns or colors which are intended to convey specific information.
A. GHS pictogram D. GHS label
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

190. For transport, _____________ will have the background, symbol and colors currently used in the
UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations. For other sectors,
pictograms will have a black symbol on a white background with a red diamond frame.
A. Pictograms D. Purple Book
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

191. A black frame may be used for shipments within one country. Where a transport pictogram appears,
the ____________ for the same hazard should not appear.
A. GHS pictograms D. FIFRA
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

4.3.2 Signal Words

192. The signal word indicates the relative degree of__________________. The signal words used in the
GHS are…
A. Pictogram D. Severity a hazard
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

193. "Danger" for the more__________________, and

A. GHS pictogram D. Severe hazards
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

194. "Warning" for the______________________________________.

A. Pictogram D. Less severe hazards
B. GHS E. GHS hazard class and category
C. Hazards F. None of the Above

195. _______________are standardized and assigned to the hazard categories within endpoints. Some
lower level hazard categories do not use signal words. Only one signal word corresponding to the class of
the most severe hazard should be used on a label.
A. GHS pictogram D. Signal words
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

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4.3.3 Hazard Statements
196. Hazard statements are standardized and assigned phrases that describe the hazard(s) as
determined by hazard classification. An appropriate statement for each ____________ should be
included on the label for products possessing more than one hazard.
A. GHS pictogram D. Signal words
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazard F. None of the Above

Other GHS label elements include:

197. Precautionary Statements and ______________: Measures to minimize or prevent adverse effects.
A. Pictograms D. Signal words
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

198. Product Identifier (ingredient disclosure): Name or number used for a hazardous product on a label
or in the________________________.
A. GHS pictogram D. SDS
B. GHS symbols E. Hazard statements
C. GHS hazards F. None of the Above

199. Supplier identification: The name, address and telephone number should be provided on
_____________.
A. The label D. Prevent adverse effects
B. Annex 3 E. Precautionary information
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

200. Supplemental information: _________________________.

A. Name or number D. Non-harmonized information
B. Annex 3 E. UN proper shipping name
C. The label F. None of the Above

4.3.4 Precautionary Statements and Pictograms

201. Precautionary information supplements the hazard information by briefly providing measures to be
taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects from physical, health or environmental hazards. First aid is
included in ___________________.
A. The label D. Prevent adverse effects
B. Annex 3 E. Precautionary information
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

202. _______________ includes four types of precautionary statements covering: prevention, response
in cases of accidental spillage or exposure, storage, and disposal.
A. Name or numbers D. Non-harmonized information
B. Annex 3 E. UN proper shipping name
C. The label F. None of the Above

203. The precautionary statements have been linked to each _________________and type of hazard.
The goal is to promote consistent use of precautionary statements.
A. The label D. GHS hazard statement
B. Annex 3 E. Precautionary information
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

204. ________________ is guidance and is expected to be further refined and developed over time.
A. The label D. Prevent adverse effects
B. Annex 3 E. Precautionary information
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

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4.3.5 Product Identifier (Ingredient Disclosure)
205. A product identifier should be used on a GHS label and it should match the product identifier used
on the___________________. Where a substance or mixture is covered by the UN Model Regulations on
the Transport of Dangerous Goods, the UN proper shipping name should also be used on the package.
A. Name or number D. Harmonized information
B. Annex 3 E. SDS
C. The label F. None of the Above

206. The GHS label for a substance should include the ______________of the substance (name as
determined by IUPAC, ISO, CAS or technical name).
A. The label D. Prevent adverse effects
B. Annex 3 E. Chemical identity
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

207. For mixtures/alloys, the label should include the chemical identities of all ingredients that contribute
to acute toxicity, skin corrosion or serious eye damage, germ cell mutagenicity, carcinogenicity,
reproductive toxicity, skin or respiratory sensitization, or Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (TOST), when
these hazards appear on ________________.
A. Name or number D. Non-harmonized information
B. Annex 3 E. UN proper shipping name
C. The label F. None of the Above

208. Where a product is supplied exclusively for workplace use, the Competent Authority may give
suppliers discretion to include chemical identities on the ________________, in lieu of including them on
labels.
A. Name or number D. Harmonized information
B. Annex 3 E. SDS
C. The label F. None of the Above

209. ________________________ rules for confidential business information (CBI) take priority over the
rules for product identification.
A. The label D. Prevent adverse effects
B. Annex 3 E. Precautionary information
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

4.3.6 Supplier Identification

210. The name, address and telephone number of the manufacturer or supplier of the product should be
provided on ________________.
A. The label D. Prevent adverse effects
B. Annex 3 E. Precautionary information
C. GHS label F. None of the Above

4.3.7 Supplemental Information

211. Supplemental label information is non-harmonized information on the container of a hazardous
product that is not required or specified under the ____________________. In some cases this
information may be required by a Competent Authority or it may be additional information provided at the
discretion of the manufacturer/distributor.
A. Competent Authority D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

212. The _________________ provides guidance to ensure that supplemental information does not lead
to wide variation in information or undermine the GHS information.
A. Hazard statement D. Health hazard symbol
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS
C. GHS hazard pictograms F. None of the Above

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213. Supplemental information may be used to provide further detail that does not contradict or cast
doubt on the validity of the standardized hazard information. It also may be used to provide information
about hazards not yet incorporated into the ______________________.
A. Competent Authority D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

214. The labeler should have the option of providing supplementary information related to the hazard,
such as physical state or route of exposure, with the_________________________.
A. Hazard class D. Health hazard symbol
B. Hazard statement E. GHS label
C. GHS hazard pictograms F. None of the Above

4.4 How are multiple hazards handled on labels?

215. Where a substance or mixture presents more than one GHS hazard, there is a
___________________ for pictograms and signal words. For substances and mixtures covered by the
UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations, the precedence of
symbols for physical hazards should follow the rules of the UN Model Regulations. For health hazards the
following principles of precedence apply for symbols:
A. Hazard statement D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

216. If the skull and crossbones applies, the ________________ should not appear;
A. Hazard statement D. Health hazard symbol
B. Exclamation mark E. GHS label
C. GHS hazard pictogram F. None of the Above

217. If the corrosive symbol applies, the _________________should not appear where it is used for skin
or eye irritation;
A. Exclamation mark D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

218. If the health hazard symbol appears for respiratory sensitization, the _____________ should not
appear where it is used for skin sensitization or for skin or eye irritation.
A. Hazard statement D. Health hazard symbol
B. Exclamation mark E. GHS label
C. GHS hazard pictograms F. None of the Above

219. If the signal word 'Danger' applies, the signal word 'Warning' should not appear. All assigned
________________ should appear on the label. The Competent Authority may choose to specify the
order in which they appear.
A. Hazard statements D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

4.5 Is there a specific GHS label format / layout?

220. The GHS hazard pictograms, signal word and _________________ should be located together on
the label.
A. Hazard statement D. Health hazard symbol
B. Exclamation mark E. GHS label
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

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221. The actual label format or layout is not specified in the ______________. National authorities may
choose to specify where information should appear on the label or allow supplier discretion.
A. Supplemental information D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

4.7 Are workplace containers covered in the GHS ?

222. Products falling within the scope of the GHS will carry the _______________ at the point where
they are supplied to the workplace, and that label should be maintained on the supplied container in the
workplace.
A. Hazard statement D. Health hazard symbol
B. Exclamation mark E. GHS label
C. GHS hazard pictograms F. None of the Above

223. The GHS label or label elements can also be used for workplace containers (e.g., storage tanks).
However, the Competent Authority can allow employers to use alternative means of giving workers the
same information in a different written or displayed format when such a format is more appropriate to the
workplace and communicates the information as effectively as the___________.
A. GHS label D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

224. For example, __________________ could be displayed in the work area, rather than on the
individual containers.
A. Label information D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

225. Some examples of workplace situations where chemicals may be transferred from supplier
containers include: containers for laboratory testing, storage vessels, piping or __________or temporary
containers where the chemical will be used by one worker within a short timeframe.
A. Process reaction systems D. Actual label format or layout
B. Corrosive symbol E. GHS precedence scheme
C. Supplemental information F. None of the Above

4.8 What is the GHS Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

226. The (Material) Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides comprehensive information for use in
_________________.
A. SDS information D. Workplace chemical management
B. Supplemental information E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Training requirements F. None of the Above

227. Employers and workers use the _____________about hazards and to obtain advice on safety
precautions.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. SDS as sources of information E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Training requirements F. None of the Above

228. The SDS is product related and, usually, is not able to provide information that is
_________________ for any given workplace where the product may be used.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Training requirements F. None of the Above

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229. However, the __________________ enables the employer to develop an active program of worker
protection measures, including training, which is specific to the individual workplace and to consider any
measures that may be necessary to protect the environment.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Competent Authority F. None of the Above

230. ____________also provides a source of information for other target audiences such as those
involved with the transport of dangerous goods, emergency responders, poison centers, those involved
with the professional use of pesticides and consumers.
A. Information in a SDS D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Competent Authority F. None of the Above

4.9 What is the difference between the GHS SDS and existing MSDSs/SDSs?
231. SDSs are in use globally. So it is useful to have an understanding of the similarities and differences
in the existing MSDS/SDS content and format and the __________________.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Competent Authority F. None of the Above

4.10 When should SDSs and labels be updated?

232. All hazard communication systems should specify a means of responding in an appropriate and
timely manner to new information and updating labels and ______________ accordingly. Updating
should be carried out promptly on receipt of the information that necessitates the revision.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. The revised HCS F. None of the Above

233. The __________________ may choose to specify a time limit within which the information should
be revised.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Competent Authority F. None of the Above

234. Suppliers should respond to "__________________" information they receive about a chemical
hazard by updating the label and safety data sheet for that chemical.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Competent Authority F. None of the Above

235. ______________ information is any information that changes the GHS classification and leads to a
change in the label information or information that may affect the SDS.
A. SDS information D. MSDS/SDS content
B. New and significant E. GHS SDS content and format
C. Competent Authority F. None of the Above

4.11 How does the GHS address Confidential Business Information (CBI)?
236. Confidential business information (CBI) will not be harmonized under the GHS. National authorities
should establish appropriate mechanisms for______________________.
A. OSHA D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. CBI protection F. None of the Above

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237. The GHS established CBI principles which include: ______________________should not
compromise the health and safety of users;
A. Mechanisms D. CBI provisions
B. The revised HCS E. The chemical manufacturer
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

238. _____________________claims should be limited to the names of chemicals and their

concentrations in mixtures;
A. OSHA D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. CBI E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

239. Mechanisms should be established for disclosure in emergency and______________.

A. Non-emergency situations D. Additional target audiences
B. The revised HCS E. The chemical manufacturer
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

4.12 Does the GHS address training?

240. _________________ should be appropriate for and commensurate with the nature of the work or
exposure.
A. OSHA D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

241. Key target audiences include workers, emergency responders and also those responsible
for_____________________. To varying degrees, the training needs of additional target audiences have
to be addressed.
A. Mechanisms D. Additional target audiences
B. The revised HCS E. Developing labels and SDSs
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

242. These should include training for persons involved in transport and strategies required for educating
consumers in ________________on products that they use.
A. Interpreting label information D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

How will labels change under the revised Hazard Communication Standard? For QA/QC these
question may repeat.
243. Under the current Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), the label preparer must provide the
identity of the chemical, and the appropriate hazard warnings. This may be done in a variety of ways, and
the method to convey the information is left to the preparer. Under _______________, once the hazard
classification is completed, the standard specifies what information is to be provided for each hazard
class and category.
A. Mechanisms D. Additional target audiences
B. The revised HCS E. The chemical manufacturer
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

Can I use a black border on pictograms for domestic shipment?

244. Under the __________________________, pictograms must have red borders. OSHA believes that
the use of the red frame will increase recognition and comprehensibility. Therefore, the red frame is
required regardless of whether the shipment is domestic or international.
A. OSHA D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

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Will OSHA allow blank red borders?
245. The revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires that all red borders printed on the
label have a symbol printed inside it. If ____________________were to allow blank red borders, workers
may be confused about what they mean and concerned that some information is missing.
A. Mechanisms D. Additional target audiences
B. OSHA E. The chemical manufacturer
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

246. _____________________has determined that prohibiting the use of blank red borders on labels is
necessary to provide the maximum recognition and impact of warning labels and to ensure that users do
not get desensitized to the warnings placed on labels.
A. OSHA D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

When must label information be updated?

247. In the revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), OSHA is lifting the stay on enforcement
regarding the provision to update labels when _________________becomes available.
A. Mechanisms D. Additional target audiences
B. New information on hazards E. The chemical manufacturer
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

248. Chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors, or employers who become newly aware of any
significant information regarding the hazards of a chemical shall ____________________within six
months of becoming aware of the new information, and shall ensure that labels on containers of
hazardous chemicals shipped after that time contain the new information.
A. OSHA D. Revise the labels for the chemical
B. Revise the labels E. Revise the training requirements
C. Revise the warning labels F. None of the Above

249. If the chemical is not currently produced or imported, the chemical manufacturer, importer,
distributor, or employer shall add the information to ___________________before the chemical is
shipped or introduced into the workplace again.
A. The label D. Additional target audiences
B. The revised HCS E. The chemical manufacturer
C. Alternative labeling systems F. None of the Above

How will workplace labeling provisions be changing under the revised Hazard Communication
Standard?
250. The current standard provides employers with flexibility regarding the type of system to be used in
their workplaces and OSHA has retained that flexibility in the ___________________.
A. OSHA D. Revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

251. Employers may choose to label workplace containers either with the same label that would be on
shipped containers for the chemical under the revised rule, or with label alternatives that meet the
______________________________________.
A. Mechanisms D. Additional target audiences
B. The revised HCS E. Chemical manufacturer
C. Requirements for the standard F. None of the Above

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252. __________________________such as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 704
Hazard Rating and the Hazardous Material Information System (HMIS) are permitted for workplace
containers.
A. OSHA D. Alternative labeling systems
B. The labels E. Training requirements
C. Warning labels F. None of the Above

How is the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) changing under the revised Hazard Communication Standard?
253. The information required on the safety data sheet (SDS) will remain essentially the same as that in
the_____________________________.
A. SDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. HCS E. Current standard
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

254. The current ______________________indicates what information has to be included on an SDS

but does not specify a format for presentation or order of information. The revised HCS requires that the
information on the SDS is presented using consistent headings in a specified sequence.
A. SDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. EPA E. Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

Will TLVs be required on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

255. OSHA is retaining the requirement to include the American Conference of Government Industrial
Hygienists (ACGIH) Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) on the safety data sheet (SDS) in the revised
Standard. OSHA finds that requiring TLVs on the ____________________will provide employers and
employees with useful information to help them assess the hazards presented by their workplaces.
A. MSDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. HCS E. SDS
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

256. In addition to TLVs, OSHA ____________________, and any other exposure limit used or
recommended by the chemical manufacturer, importer, or employer preparing the safety data sheet are
also required.
A. SDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. HCS E. Threshold Limit Values (TLVs)
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

May the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the National Toxicology
Program (NTP) lists be used to make carcinogen classifications?
257. In the revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), ______________ has provided classifiers
with the option of relying on the classification listings of IARC and NTP to make classification decisions
regarding carcinogenicity, rather than applying the criteria themselves.
A. SDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. HCS E. Threshold Limit Values (TLVs)
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

258. OSHA believes that this will make classification easier for classifiers, as well as lead to greater
consistency. In addition, _______________ has provided in non-mandatory Appendix F of the revised
rule, guidance on hazard classification for carcinogenicity.
A. SDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. HCS E. Threshold Limit Values (TLVs)
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

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Will the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the National Toxicology Program
(NTP) classifications be required on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
259. OSHA has retained the requirement to include IARC and NTP classifications on safety data sheets
(SDSs). Therefore, if a chemical is listed as a carcinogen by either IARC or NTP, it must be noted on the
SDS. Additionally, if OSHA finds a chemical to be a carcinogen, it must be noted on the ______________
as well.
A. SDS D. Permissible exposure limits (PELs)
B. HCS E. Threshold Limit Values (TLVs)
C. OSHA F. None of the Above

How has OSHA addressed hazards covered under the current Hazard Communication Standard
that have not been addressed by the GHS?
260. In the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), OSHA proposed to include hazards currently
covered under the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) that have yet to be addressed by the GHS
(OSHA provided several examples: simple asphyxiants, and combustible dust) in a separate category
called "__________________________".
A. SDS D. Hazardous chemical
B. OSHA E. Unclassified Hazards
C. HCS F. None of the Above

How has OSHA addressed pyrophoric gases, simple asphyxiants, and combustible dust?
261. In the revised Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), OSHA has added pyrophoric gases, simple
asphyxiants and combustible dust to the definition of "______________". OSHA has also added
definitions to the revised HCS for pyrophoric gases and simple asphyxiants, and provided guidance on
how to define combustible dust for the purposes of complying with the HCS.
A. SDS D. Hazardous chemical
B. OSHA E. Unclassified Hazards
C. HCS F. None of the Above

Pyrophoric gases:
262. OSHA has retained the definition for pyrophoric gases from the current HCS. Pyrophoric gases
must be addressed both on container labels and SDSs. OSHA has provided label elements for pyrophoric
gases which include the signal word "danger" and the _____________"catches fire spontaneously if
exposed to air".
A. SDS D. Hazardous chemical
B. OSHA E. Unclassified Hazards
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

Simple asphyxiants:
263. OSHA has revised the definition of simple asphyxiants that was proposed in the Notice of Proposed
Rulemaking (NPRM) as a result of comments from the regulated community. In the final HCS, simple
asphyxiants must be labeled where appropriate, and be addressed on __________.
A. SDS s D. Hazardous chemical
B. OSHA E. Unclassified Hazards
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

264. OSHA has provided label elements for simple asphyxiants which include the signal word
"___________ " and the hazard statement "may displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation".
A. SDS s D. Hazardous chemical
B. Warning E. Unclassified Hazards
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

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Combustible dust:
265. OSHA has not provided a definition for combustible dust to the ______________given ongoing
activities in the specific rulemaking, as well as in the United Nations Sub-Committee of Experts on the
GHS (UN/SCEGHS). However, guidance is being provided through existing documents, including the
Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program Directive CPL 03-00-008, which includes an operative
definition, as well as provides information about current responsibilities in this area. In addition, there are
a number of voluntary industry consensus standards (particularly those of the NFPA) that address
combustible dust.
A. SDSs D. Label
B. OSHA E. Final HCS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

266. In the final HCS, combustible dust hazards must be addressed on labels and SDSs. Label elements
are provided for combustible dust in the final HCS and include the signal word "_______________" and
the hazard statement "May form combustible dust concentrations in the air".
A. SDS s D. Hazardous chemical
B. Warning E. Unclassified Hazards
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

267. For chemicals in a solid form that do not present a combustible dust hazard, but may form
combustible dusts while being processed in normal downstream uses, paragraph (f)(4) of the HCS allows
the chemical manufacturer some flexibility in______________.
A. GHS revisions D. Normal conditions of use
B. Labeling requirements E. Clarification of text
C. Revised HCS F. None of the Above

268. The manufacturer or importer to may transmit the label to the customer at the time of the initial
shipment, but _______________does not need to be included with subsequent shipments unless it
changes.
A. SDSs D. The label
B. OSHA E. NFPA
C. HCS F. None of the Above

269. This provides the needed information to the downstream users on the ____________in the
workplace, while acknowledging that the solid metal or other materials do not present the same hazards
that are produced when these materials are processed under normal conditions of use.
A. Potential hazards D. Hazardous chemical
B. Warning E. Unclassified Hazards
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

What are the estimated benefits attributable to the revised Hazard Communication Standard?
270. ______________ expects that the modifications to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) will
result in increased safety and health for the affected employees and reduce the numbers of accidents,
fatalities, injuries, and illnesses associated with exposures to hazardous chemicals.
A. SDSs D. Label
B. OSHA E. NFPA
C. HCS F. None of the Above

271. The GHS revisions to the _______________for labeling and safety data sheets would enable
employees exposed to workplace chemicals to more quickly obtain and to more easily understand
information about the hazards associated with those chemicals.
A. GHS revisions D. Normal conditions of use
B. HCS standard E. Clarification of text
C. Revised HCS F. None of the Above

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272. In addition, the revisions to ______________ are expected to improve the use of appropriate
exposure controls and work practices that can reduce the safety and health risks associated with
exposure to hazardous chemicals.
A. SDSs D. Label
B. OSHA E. NFPA
C. HCS F. None of the Above

273. OSHA estimates that the _______________will result in the prevention of 43 fatalities and 585
injuries and illnesses (318 non-lost-workday injuries and illnesses, 203 lost-workday injuries and
illnesses, and 64 chronic illnesses) annually. The monetized value of this reduction in occupational risks
is an estimated $250 million a year on an annualized basis.
A. SDSs D. Label
B. OSHA E. Revised HCS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

274. OSHA estimates that the _____________ will result in savings of $475.2 million from productivity
improvements for health and safety managers and logistics personnel, $32.2 million during periodic
updating of SDSs and labels, and $285.3 million from simplified hazard communication training.
A. SDSs D. Label
B. OSHA E. Revised HCS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

275. OSHA anticipates that, in addition to safety and health benefits, the revised HCS will result in four
types of productivity benefits: (1) for chemical manufacturers, because they will need to produce fewer
SDSs in future years; (2) for employers, in providing training to new employees as required by the
________________ through the improved consistency of the labels and SDSs. (3) for firms engaging in,
or considering engaging in, international trade.
A. SDSs D. Label
B. OSHA E. Existing OSHA HCS
C. HCS F. None of the Above

I understand that the United Nations revises the GHS every two years. How will OSHA manage and
communicate changes to the Hazard Communication Standard?
276. It is expected that the _____________ will be a living document and is expected to remain up-to-
date and relevant; therefore further changes may be adopted on a two year cycle. Presently most of the
recent updates have been clarification of text.
A. GHS D. Normal conditions of use
B. OSHA E. Clarification of text
C. Revised HCS F. None of the Above

The NEW OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)

1910.1200(a)(1)
277. The purpose of this section is to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are
classified, and that information concerning the __________________is transmitted to employers and
employees.
A. Labeling regulations D. Handle chemicals in sealed containers
B. Employee training E. Employers and employees
C. Chemical substance or mixture F. None of the Above

278. The ______________ of this section are intended to be consistent with the provisions of the United
Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), Revision 3.
A. Hazards D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Any pesticide E. Requirements
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

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279. The _________________is to be accomplished by means of comprehensive hazard communication
programs, which are to include container labeling and other forms of warning, safety data sheets and
employee training.
A. Labeling regulations D. Handle chemicals in sealed containers
B. Employee training E. Employers and employees
C. Transmittal of information F. None of the Above

1910.1200(a)(2)
280. This occupational safety and health standard is intended to address comprehensively the issue of
classifying the __________________of chemicals, and communicating information concerning hazards
and appropriate protective measures to employees, and to preempt any legislative or regulatory
enactments of a state, or political subdivision of a state, pertaining to this subject.
A. Hazards D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Any pesticide E. Potential hazards
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

1910.1200(b)(4)
281. In work operations where employees only handle chemicals in sealed containers which are not
opened under normal conditions of use (such as are found in marine cargo handling, warehousing, or
retail sales), this section applies to ___________ only as follows…
A. Labeling regulations D. Handle chemicals in sealed containers
B. Employee training E. Employers and employees
C. Chemical substance or mixture F. None of the Above

1910.1200(b)(4)(ii)
282. Employers shall maintain copies of any safety data sheets that are received with incoming
shipments of the sealed containers of hazardous chemicals, shall obtain a safety data sheet as soon as
possible for sealed containers of _____________ received without a safety data sheet if an employee
requests the safety data sheet, and shall ensure that the safety data sheets are readily accessible during
each work shift to employees when they are in their work area(s); and,
A. Hazards D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Any pesticide E. CERCLA
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

1910.1200(b)(5)
This section does not require labeling of the following chemicals:
1910.1200(b)(5)(i)
283. Any pesticide as such term is defined in the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (7
U.S.C. 136 et seq.), when subject to the labeling requirements of that Act and labeling regulations issued
under that Act by the_________________________;
A. Hazards D. Environmental Protection Agency
B. Any pesticide E. CERCLA
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

1910.1200(b)(5)(ii)
284. Any chemical substance or mixture as such terms are defined in the Toxic Substances Control Act
(15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq.), when subject to the labeling requirements of that Act and labeling regulations
issued under that Act by the ____________________________;
A. Hazards D. Environmental Protection Agency
B. Any pesticide E. CERCLA
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

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1910.1200(b)(6)(i)
285. Any hazardous waste as such term is defined by the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq.), when subject
to regulations issued under that Act by the _____________________;
A. Hazards D. Environmental Protection Agency
B. Any pesticide E. CERCLA
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

1910.1200(b)(6)(ii)
286. Any hazardous substance as such term is defined by the Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq.) when the hazardous substance is the
focus of remedial or removal action being conducted under ______________ in accordance with
Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
A. Hazards D. Environmental Protection Agency
B. Any pesticide E. CERCLA
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

1910.1200(c)
287. Definitions. _______________means a manufactured item other than a fluid or particle: (i) which is
formed to a specific shape or design during manufacture; (ii) which has end use function(s) dependent in
whole or in part upon its shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use
does not release more than very small quantities, e.g., minute or trace amounts of a hazardous chemical
(as determined under paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical hazard or health risk to
employees.
A. Hazards D. Hazardous chemicals
B. Any pesticide E. Article
C. Hazardous waste F. None of the Above

288. _____________________ means a worker who may be exposed to hazardous chemicals under
normal operating conditions or in foreseeable emergencies. Workers such as office workers or bank
tellers who encounter hazardous chemicals only in non-routine, isolated instances are not covered.
A. Employee D. Responsible party
B. Importer E. Designated representative
C. Employer F. None of the Above

289. _________________ means a person engaged in a business where chemicals are either used,
distributed, or are produced for use or distribution, including a contractor or subcontractor.
A. Employee D. Responsible party
B. Importer E. Designated representative
C. Employer F. None of the Above

290. _________________ means any individual or organization to whom an employee gives written
authorization to exercise such employee's rights under this section. A recognized or certified collective
bargaining agent shall be treated automatically as a designated representative without regard to written
employee authorization.
A. Employee D. Responsible party
B. Importer E. Designated representative
C. Employer F. None of the Above

291. _______________ means to manufacture, process, formulate, blend, extract, generate, emit, or
repackage.
A. Produce D. Precautionary statement
B. Product identifier E. Foreseeable emergency
C. Hazard category F. None of the Above

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292. ___________________ means the name or number used for a hazardous chemical on a label or in
the SDS. It provides a unique means by which the user can identify the chemical. The product identifier
used shall permit cross-references to be made among the list of hazardous chemicals required in the
written hazard communication program, the label and the SDS.
A. Produce D. Precautionary statement
B. Product identifier E. Foreseeable emergency
C. Hazard category F. None of the Above

293. _____________ means a statement assigned to a hazard class and category that describes the
nature of the hazard(s) of a chemical, including, where appropriate, the degree of hazard.
A. Common name D. Hazardous chemical
B. Container E. Health hazard
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

294. __________________ means any chemical which is classified as a physical hazard or a health
hazard, a simple asphyxiant, combustible dust, pyrophoric gas, or hazard not otherwise classified.
A. Common name D. Hazardous chemical
B. Container E. Health hazard
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

295. _______________________ means a chemical which is classified as posing one of the following
hazardous effects: acute toxicity (any route of exposure); skin corrosion or irritation; serious eye damage
or eye irritation; respiratory or skin sensitization; germ cell mutagenicity; carcinogenicity; reproductive
toxicity; specific target organ toxicity (single or repeated exposure); or aspiration hazard. The criteria for
determining whether a chemical is classified as a health hazard are detailed in Appendix A to
§1910.1200—Health Hazard Criteria.
A. Common name D. Hazardous chemical
B. Container E. Health hazard
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

296. ____________________ means any potential occurrence such as, but not limited to, equipment
failure, rupture of containers, or failure of control equipment which could result in an uncontrolled release
of a hazardous chemical into the workplace.
A. Produce D. Precautionary statement
B. Product identifier E. Foreseeable emergency
C. Hazard category F. None of the Above

297. ____________________ means the division of criteria within each hazard class, e.g., oral acute
toxicity and flammable liquids include four hazard categories. These categories compare hazard severity
within a hazard class and should not be taken as a comparison of hazard categories more generally.
A. Produce D. Precautionary statement
B. Product identifier E. Foreseeable emergency
C. Hazard category F. None of the Above

298. _______________________means that an employee is subjected in the course of employment to a

chemical that is a physical or health hazard, and includes potential ( e.g. accidental or possible)
exposure. "Subjected" in terms of health hazards includes any route of entry ( e.g. inhalation, ingestion,
skin contact or absorption.)
A. Common name D. Hazardous chemical
B. Exposure or exposed E. Health hazard
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

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299. _______________means any designation or identification such as code name, code number, trade
name, brand name or generic name used to identify a chemical other than by its chemical name.
A. Common name D. Hazardous chemical name
B. Brand name E. Health hazard
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

300. _______________ means any bag, barrel, bottle, box, can, cylinder, drum, reaction vessel, storage
tank, or the like that contains a hazardous chemical. For purposes of this section, pipes or piping
systems, and engines, fuel tanks, or other operating systems in a vehicle, are not considered to be
containers.
A. Common name D. Hazardous chemical
B. Container E. Health hazard
C. Hazard statement F. None of the Above

You are finished with your assignment.

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