Introduction to WHMIS
Course Description…
Exposure to hazardous material can contribute to many serious health problems.
The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is a response to the worker’s right to know more about safety and health hazards of materials used in the workplace.
Purpose…
Is to help reduce the likelihood of disease or injury and anyone (you!)
who stores, handles, uses, disposes of or works hear controlled products should have this information.
WHMIS is a
Communication System…
Based on 3 components
1) Labeling
2) Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS)
3) Education and Training
3 Hours Interactive
Quiz at end of
session to confirm & reinforce knowledge
Content…
What is WHMIS?
Who is responsible?
Controlled/Exempt products
Understanding Labels/MSDS
Implementation…how?
Sources of WHMIS assistance
The overall goal of WHMIS is an informed worker. An informed worker can answer the following 4 questions about every controlled product he/she works with or around…
1. What are the hazards?
2. How do I protect myself?
3. What is the first aid management?
4. Where do I get further information?
| ‘On Site’ |
‘At your convenience’
scheduling for groups tailored to your needs
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| Group Rates |
Some Public Dates
Please Ask! |
For further information, please contact…
ABC Industrial Emergency Care Training School Inc.
604 925-1057 Fax 604 596-2999
alison_abc@shaw.ca www.abcfirstaidtraining.com
Student Enrollment Application Agreement
Download Student Application handout
Download WMIS handout
For further information, please contact…
ABC Industrial Emergency Care Training School Inc.
604 925-1057 Fax 604 596-2999
alison_abc@shaw.ca
www.abcfirstaidtraining.com
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