This WHMIS e-Learning program presents an interactive design for education and training under Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). The goal of this training program is to give participants knowledge and information which they can understand and apply to safely handle, store and dispose of hazardous materials.

Topics include

• Basics of WHMIS
• WHMIS legislation and enforcement (including responsibilities)
• Hazard classes and their symbols
• WHMIS labels
• Safety Data Sheets
• Education and training

Training Program Duration

Average time to complete this online WHMIS e-Learning training program is approximately 45 minutes. This online WHMIS e-Learning training program is self-paced. Participants may pause/leave the online training program at any time and can resume where they left off.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Workers and supervisors in workplaces where controlled products are used; human resources and safety professionals with responsibilities for training and compliance; anyone who works with, or near, controlled products.

Prerequisite

This is a refresher training program. Prior to taking this program, participants should have completed a comprehensive classroom workshop.

WHMIS e-Learning

Created specifically for those in Canadian workplaces who have already had some training on the basic concepts of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), this training program allows participants to quickly refresh their WHMIS understanding. Participants will review WHMIS basics and Canadian legislation, hazard classes, labels and material safety data sheets (SDSs) and learn key tips for working safely with hazardous materials.

Note that this training program does not cover certain special issues and requirements that may apply to laboratories or workplaces where chemicals are produced, formulated or packaged.

Developed by HR Proactive Inc., this WHMIS e-Learning program features built-in review quizzes. Those who score at least 80% on the final exam will be able to print a certificate of completion.

Objectives

Upon completion of this training program participants will be able to:

• Apply information in the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Identify supplier and workplace labels
• Find information on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to use the product safely in your work area
• Understand the health and safety hazards they may encounter
• Recognize the WHMIS symbols associated with hazardous materials
• Understand their rights and responsibilities as they relate to WHMIS

Key Training Program Benefits

• WHMIS training is delivered online quickly, easily and conveniently, 24/7
• Consistent training available simultaneously to numerous staff in multiple locations
• Completely bilingual course content is available
• No start-up fee, no software to install and no long-term obligation
• Comprehensive electronic documentation of employee WHMIS training
• Access to group progress and printable reports in real time via LMS
• Minimize instructor administration time, eliminates cumbersome paperwork
• Ability to incorporate evaluation questions specific to your company and brand with your logo
• Ability for the participant to log in to this WHMIS e-Learning program multiple times over an extended period