WHMIS is in a period of transition between two hazard communication regimes - WHMIS 1988 and WHMIS 2015 (which incorporates the GHS).
WHMIS 2015
WHMIS is in a period of transition between two hazard communication regimes - WHMIS 1988 and WHMIS 2015 (which incorporates the GHS). During the transition period workers need to be trained on the old and new version of WHMIS.
WHMIS is a Canada-wide information system, using labels, Safety Data Sheets, and worker education programs, to ensure that workers are aware of the hazards of the materials they handle.
The goal of WHMIS 2015 training is to ensure that workers are:
Informed
Aware of the hazards in their workplace
Know how to protect themselves from exposure to hazards.
Course content includes:
Introduction
Legislation
Review of OHSA roles and responsibilities
Reg 860 & new federal legislation
WHMIS Classifications and Exemptions
Consumer Products
Labelling – Supplier and Workplace Labels
Routes of Entry and Exit
Health Hazards
Labels
Controls
Safety Data Sheets
Evaluation
Written Evaluation and Practical Exercises
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