OACETT Internationally Educated Professional Practice Exam IEPPE Question # 13 Topic 2 Discussion
IEPPE Exam Topic 2 Question 13 Discussion:
Question #: 13
Topic #: 2
What are the three components of WHMIS, 2015?
A.
General safety information for using hazardous materials, training and education for employees in the use of hazardous materials, and a labeling system for hazardous materials.
B.
Education for employers in the use of hazardous materials, a labeling system for controlled and hazardous materials, materials safety data sheets for each material, and training.
C.
A labeling system for controlled and hazardous materials, material safety data sheets for each material, and training and education for employees in the use of the labeling and the data sheets.
D.
A labeling system for controlled and hazardous materials, material safety videos, and training and education for employees in handling hazardous materials.
WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)isCanada’s national hazard communication standard.
Step-by-Step Explanation:
WHMIS Components (2015 Update):
Labeling System– Standardized hazard labels on chemicals.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)– Detailed information on hazardous products.
Training & Education– Workers must be trained in hazard identification and safe handling.
Why Option C Is Correct:
Thesethree elements are requiredbyOntario’s Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA).
Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
A (General safety info instead of SDS)– SDS isa required component.
B (Employer education instead of worker education)– WHMISfocuses on worker training.
D (Videos instead of SDS)– Trainingincludes more than just videos.
[Reference:, WHMIS 2015 Regulations – Government of Canada, OACETT Occupational Health & Safety Guidelines, ]
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