WHMIS Training Courses (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

WHMIS training is mandated by law for employees who handle many types of chemicals and dangerous goods, and addresses issues of documentation (Material Safety Data Sheet {MSDS}) and the storage of hazardous materials. These courses are designed to give the attendee a comprehensive overview of WHMIS as required by Health Canada and the Worker’s Compensation Board of British Columbia (WorkSafe BC). Training topics include employer/employee obligations, MSDS interpretation, supplier labels, workplace labels, pesticide labels, and consumer labels as applicable.

THYHR: This is a self-teach course utilizing 3 DVDs or video cassettes, an exercise book and an exam.  The charge for this course is $80.00 plus GST and you have use of materials for one week.

WHM-200: This comprehensive WHMIS course is for employees responsible for training others in the organization, or who wish a more detailed understanding of the WHMIS requirements.  The charge for this course is $300 plus GST.  Courses are held throughout the year, as numbers permit.  Please call for dates that work for you.  There is no prerequisite. 

***WHMIS On-Line Training course is also available.  Please contact us for more information.**

COURSE CONTENT	2008 DATES: WHM - 200
WHMIS & the Canadian Health & Safety Regulation Responsibilities (suppliers, employers, employees) WHMIS training requirements Penalties and enforcment Health effects, routes of entry WHMIS hazard classes Understanding Supplier labels Workplace labeling requirements Understanding Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Training Kit Included	Courses are held throughout the year as numbers permit. Please contact us for dates that work for you.

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