Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Part 1: What Is WHMIS?

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) makes chemical information uniformly available to all Canadian workers. This course explains how WHMIS works, who is responsible for various tasks under WHMIS, and how everyone can take full advantage of the hazardous material information available to them. Ideal learners are all employees.

 Recall how WHMIS works

 Specify your rights and responsibilities under WHMIS

 Identify the responsibilities of suppliers and employers under WHMIS

Occupational Health and Safety Act, Section 82