WHMIS 2015

The use of hazardous materials exposes companies, employees and the public to a multitude of risks every day. Possessing a better knowledge of the different substances, the procedures to be followed during their handling, and the means made available in order to intervene correctly in the event of an accident contributes to promoting a healthy and safe working environment, to preventing risks and thus protecting workers and the public.

Target audience

All Canadian employees involved in any business that manufactures, imports, labels, distributes, transports, handles, sells or uses hazardous substances classified in the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System – WHMIS.

Topics covered

• WHMIS acronym
• Physical hazard classes
• Health hazard classes
• Supplier labels
• Workplace labels
• Safety data sheets
• Safety tips

Instructional objectives

• Raise awareness among employers and employees concerning the dangers and consequences related to hazardous materials
• Easily identify and locate hazardous materials classified within the WHMIS
• Be familiarized with the dangers and with the preventive measures
• Be aware of the best practices for safe use
• Be able to apply, communicate, and share acquired theoretical and practical knowledge with co-workers