Online WHMIS -English

Course Overview: This comprehensive course provides essential training on the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Canada's national hazard communication standard. WHMIS is designed to ensure that workers are informed about the hazards associated with chemicals and other hazardous materials used in the workplace. The course covers the latest amendments to WHMIS legislation, including updates from the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS).

Course Format:

• Duration: 1-1.5 hours, Self Paced

• Language: English, French or Spanish

• Access: Online e-Course

Key Topics:

• Introduction to WHMIS and its importance

• WHMIS labels and safety data sheets (SDS)

• Hazard classifications and categories

• WHMIS symbols and pictograms

• Safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials

• Employer and worker responsibilities

  
  

Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Recognize and understand WHMIS labels and SDS.

• Identify hazardous materials and their associated risks.

• Implement safe practices for handling and storing hazardous materials.

• Comply with WHMIS regulations and contribute to a safer workplace.

Certification of completion can be downloaded upon completion of the learning assessment. Participants must achieve a minimum of 85% to pass.