Certification Exam: Hazard Communication (GHS)

Question 1 of 10

When must a Secondary Container be labeled?

A) Never B) If it is not for immediate use by the person who filled it C) Only if it contains acid D) Only if it is over 5 gallons

Question 2 of 10

Where should you look for First Aid instructions in an SDS?

A) Section 16 B) Section 4 C) Section 1 D) Section 8

Question 3 of 10

How many sections are in a standardized GHS Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

A) 12 B) 10 C) 16 D) 8

Question 4 of 10

What is the "Right to Understand" in 2026?

A) The right to ignore safety signs B) The right to see the boss's emails C) The right to be trained in a way that is actually effective and applicable D) The right to have labels in your native language

Question 5 of 10

What is a "Sensitizer"?

A) A chemical that smells good B) A chemical that causes an allergic-like reaction after repeated exposure C) A chemical that cleans skin D) A type of glove

Question 6 of 10

What does "GHS" stand for?

A) General Health System B) Globally Harmonized System C) Global Hazard Standard D) Government Health Safety

Question 7 of 10

Why should you NOT store acids and bases together?

A) They can react violently if they mix B) They smell bad C) It is too expensive D) They will evaporate

Question 8 of 10

What should you do if a chemical label is missing or illegible?

A) Throw it in the regular trash B) Use it anyway C) Guess what it is based on the smell D) Do not use it and notify your supervisor immediately

Question 9 of 10

What does the "Health Hazard" pictogram (silhouette with a star) indicate?

A) Chronic risks like cancer or respiratory toxicity B) Environmental damage C) Immediate skin irritation D) Explosive materials

Question 10 of 10

What is "Acute Toxicity"?

A) A chemical that only affects animals B) Immediate effects from a single exposure C) Long-term damage over years D) The weight of the chemical