OSHA Hazard Communication Standard

Question 1

How many pictograms are used in the GHS labeling system under OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard?

Accepted Answer

9

Answer

GHS uses nine standardized pictograms, though OSHA enforces eight of them.

Question 2

What shape and color border do GHS pictograms use?

Accepted Answer

Red-bordered diamond (square set on a point)

Answer

GHS pictograms are diamonds (squares set on a point) with a red border and black symbol.

Question 3

Which signal word indicates a more severe hazard on a GHS label?

Accepted Answer

Danger

Answer

"Danger" is used for more severe hazards while "Warning" is used for less severe ones.

Question 4

A worker finds an unlabeled secondary container of a chemical left overnight. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Label it or ask the supervisor before use

Answer

Secondary containers must be properly labeled before use to identify hazards.

Question 5

Which pictogram represents a health hazard such as carcinogenicity?

Accepted Answer

Human silhouette with a starburst on the chest

Answer

The health hazard pictogram shows a human silhouette with a starburst, used for carcinogens and respiratory sensitizers.

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