Safe Chemical Handling Quiz

Which of the following is NOT considered a Chemical Hazardous to Health (CHTH) under Malaysian regulations?

• A chemical listed in Schedule I of USECHH

• A radioactive material

• A pesticide under the Pesticides Act 1974

• A chemical with properties in Part B of CLASS Reg

Which form of chemical exposure is most likely to reach deep into the lungs and cause pneumoconiosis?

• Liquid solvents

• Dust particles

• Acid mists

• Mercury vapors

TRUE or FALSE

6 elements on a chemical label according to GHS standards:

Product ID, Signal Word, Hazard Statement, Precautionary Statement, Hazard Pictogram, Supplier Identification

• True

• False

When is chemical re-labelling required?

• When the SDS is updated

• When the chemical is used in a new process

• When the label is falling off or the chemical is transferred to another container

• When the chemical is stored in a flammable cabinet

Where you retrieve the Chemical SDS?

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How long is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) valid before it must be reviewed or updated?

• 1 year

• 3 years

• 5 years

• 10 years

Which of the following is a systemic effect of chemical exposure?

• Skin irritation

• Eye redness

• Liver damage

• Nasal congestion

Which scenario is most likely to cause a chemical explosion?

• Using PPE improperly

• Mixing acids with bleach

• Storing chemicals in a shaded area

• Using water to clean up a solvent spill

What is the correct order of the spill response principle?

• Clean up → Contain → Control

• Contain → Control → Clean up

• Control → Contain → Clean up

• Control → Clean up → Contain

What is the primary function of PPE in chemical handling?

• To eliminate chemical hazards

• To substitute hazardous chemicals

• To act as a barrier between the hazard and the body

• To neutralize chemical reactions