This program is generic in nature and gives participants a basic understanding of the WHMIS Legislation. Testing is mandatory under law and a pictorial test is conducted at the end of the program, which complies with the legislation.
DurationThis program is generic in nature and gives participants a basic understanding of the WHMIS Legislation. Testing is mandatory under law and a pictorial test is conducted at the end of the program, which complies with the legislation.
Employers need to review with their staff the specific requirements of the “controlled products” being used in the workplace.
Participants will learn:
What is the purpose of WHMIS
Identification of what is covered versus what is not covered
Different classes of hazardous materials and how to identify them
Purpose of Labelling – supplier & workplace
Material Safety Data Sheets
How to read them
Identifying the relevant information
Using the MSDS to protect the worker
What to do in the event of an emergency
First aid considerations
Pat Evangelisto spent 25 years in manufacturing – initially in Human Resources where he obtained his CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional). During this period of time he held senior HR positions where he was responsible for everything from labour negotiations and labour relations to recruitment and benefits administration. From the beginning, health and safety was a priority. Not only did he understand the importance of providing a safe environment for people to work in, but also saw the benefits of involving people in making workplaces safe.
To provide the emergency response personnel with a level of competence to recognize the presence of a hazardous material and what actions to take to protect lives as per NFPA 1072 Standard for Hazardous Materials
Theoretical training allows participants to acquire the basic knowledge and skills necessary to respond safely to hazardous material spills.
This course helps learners identify potential hazards in the workplace using various hazard identification tools, with the goal of preventing incidents from occurring.
Workplace hazards can cause incidents and injury - controlling hazards prevents them. Recognizing, evaluating and controlling hazards are the basic building blocks of any safety and health management system.
WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. Ontario Ministry of Labour requires all employers to train their employees in the GHS WHMIS system.
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