WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS)

Surrey Location – Fourth Saturday of Every Month – Except December
4 Hours
Time: 9:00 – 1:00

PRICE: $30

The course familiarizes workers with the system used across Canada to provide safety information about hazardous products in their workplaces. Participants will learn about the WHMIS symbols and their meaning, the labels on products, and material safety data sheets (MSDSs). The course also includes valuable practical advice, so you will know basic health and safety measures to protect yourself and prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.

Topics include:

    • Components of WHMIS: labels, MSDSs and education / training
    • Rights and responsibilities of workers in WHMIS
    • The WHMIS classes and their symbols
    • Supplier labels
    • Workplace labels
    • Material safety data sheets
    • Fundamentals of chemical safety
    • Helpful resources