If you’re Canadian and you’ve been in the workforce for any length of time, it’s likely that you’ve heard the acronym WHMIS. Chances are that you probably have also taken WHMIS training at some point […]
On February 11, 2015, the adoption of internationally agreed-upon, standardized hazard classification and communication system, the Globally […]
WHMIS 2015 Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) are summary documents containing information on the hazards posed by various products and providing instruction and advice on the necessary safety precautions. On […]
In Canada, it is essential that all employers who have any type of hazardous products in their workplace have their employees who may come into contact with them trained […]
If you are considering getting a WHMIS certificate so you can apply for work that is in an environment that contains hazardous materials, or you are an […]
The publication of the final Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR) by the Federal Government on February 11, 2015, commenced the alignment of Canada’s Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System […]
When it comes to the question, “Is WHMIS training mandatory for every worker” the simple answer may be “no.” Since the onus of training workers rests upon the employer, there’s a degree […]
Are you a supervisor or manager of a company where your employees have to deal with hazardous products, even in a small capacity? If so, then you know that you […]
Who needs WHMIS training?
Without a doubt, this is one of the most common questions relating to WHMIS and an extremely popular internet search. It makes […]
Many different types of industries in Canada have hazardous products of some type in their workplaces. Since these products can easily result in injury and illness, it’s essential for employees who with or […]
