his course is a generic overview of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
This course is a generic overview of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada’s national hazard communication standard.
The three main elements of WHMIS are cautionary labelling of containers of WHMIS “controlled products”, the provision of material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and worker education and training programs.
Program Content:
History of WHMIS
Duties of employer, supervisor and worker
Supplier and Importer Requirements for classification
Labels (Supplier and Importer)
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
Hazard Specific Issues & Symbols
Routes of entry
Health effects on the human body
Transportation, Storage and Handling
International Harmonization (GHS)
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WHMIS stands for the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It is a comprehensive system for providing health and safety information on hazardous products intended for use, handling, or storage in Canadian workplaces.
WHMIS is a Canada wide hazard communication system which provides information about hazardous products used in the workplace. Any employees exposed to hazardous products must understand the basics of WHMIS.
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