WHMIS is Canada’s national hazard communication standard. An employer is obligated to provide WHMIS training to every new worker even if the worker has had it at previous workplaces! “An employer shall review the training and instruction provided to a worker and the worker’s familiarity therewith at least annually!”

(article 42, Ontario OHS Act)

WHMIS aims to provide the information needed to work safely with and around hazardous materials. Topics covered include:

• WHMIS Regulation.
• The need for WHMIS in the workplace.
• The risks of working with hazardous materials.
• How to work safely with hazardous materials
• Product labels.
• Material Safety Data Sheets