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This site provides information about the main elements of WHMIS and outlines the responsibilities of suppliers, employers, and workers for these elements. We welcome your comments and suggestions.
WHMIS
(Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
Accident Awareness
Recent Accidents
- Fall of 28-30 feet prevented by worker's fall arrest equipment
- Vertebrae fractured when roofer fell wearing harness not connected to lifeline
- more accidents
Fatalities
- Wood products worker struck by board that kicked back
- Cement and plaster worker exposed to airborne asbestos in the 1950s through 1970s
- more fatalities
Fatalities in 2007: 87
Prevention Resources
References
Popular Picks
- Supplier Label Checklist (PDF 42 KB)
- BC WHMIS Services Providers (PDF 124 KB)
What's New
Working Alone or in Isolation - New requirements
Information on the new changes to the OHS Regulation for workers who work alone or in isolation.
Training Providers List Updated January 2008
First Aid, Diving, and Joint Committee Training Providers (PDF 226 KB)
Workplace Safety in the News
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