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WHMIS for Workers
e-Learning course now available!

Course Description

This course was developed at CCOHS using the accumulated experience of our information services since WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) began in 1988. 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.



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Also available in French

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

Upon completion of this course you will be able to :

  • Know your rights and responsibilities
  • Recognize the WHMIS symbols and their meaning
  • Understand the types of information provided on supplier labels and workplace labels
  • Read an MSDS and find information on hazards and preventive measures
  • Take basic measures to protect yourself when working with hazardous materials
  • Find additional information on hazardous materials

Average time to complete this course is about 50-60 minutes.

Target Audience

  • Workers in workplaces where chemical products are used

  • Students in science and technology programs

  • Young workers preparing for a new job

  • Human resources and safety professionals with responsibilities for training and compliance

Prerequisite

Prior technical knowledge of health and safety is not a requirement. However, familiarity with workplace processes and practices is helpful.

Delivery Options

This e-course is delivered on-line via the internet. All you need is a computer, access to the Internet - and you are ready to go! This e-course lets you learn at your own pace and in your own environment at your own convenience.

 
  Try it for yourself – Visit www.vubiz.com/demo/WHMISpreview.asp for a preview of WHMIS for Workers - but remember you'll need to register in order to complete the entire course.
 

Pricing

Single User (90 days access) - $80

Multi-user License (1 year access) - based on single user seat price the following multi-user discounts apply:

Multi-user Discounts
Total SeatsDiscount
5-9   20%
10-24   30%
25-49   40%
50-199   50%
200-500   60%
Want more than 500 seats? Contact CCOHS Client Services
Discounts are calculated automatically when registering online.
Read more about License Options.

Registration

Registration for this course is provided online, or by contacting Client Services or calling 1-800-668-4284.


Review Process

Every e-course produced by CCOHS is reviewed by expert representatives from government, employers, and labour for technical accuracy and readability.


VuBiz Partnership

We partnered with Vubiz - an international leader in e-learning development - to create this e-course.

Vubiz offers other related e-learning courses that may also be of interest to you. Read about them in the Vubiz Catalogue of e-learning courses.

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