Hazardous Materials Training (WHMIS)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
Did you know that every employer is required to provide staff training in hazardous materials safety?

The WHMIS course offered by Spectrum Safety Services is a simple and informative course that is administered as a self study program.

Arrangements can be made to purchase the 50 page self study guide which contains interesting reading and excercises designed to help you understand the hazards of the chemicals you work with and learn how to protect yourself.

The self study guide can usually be completed in 2-4 hours. Once completed, a representative from Spectrum Safety Services will review the guide, correct the self-administered exam and issue certification.

Instructor led classes are also an option for groups wishing to train a number of people at once. Please contact us to discuss this option.

Length of Course: Self Study program or 4 hour Classroom session

Certification: Spectrum Safety Services

Valid:

• Industry Standards in general go with three years (3 years)
• Employer has to update site specifics every year
  
• Complies with Industry and Workplace Health & Safety
  
• Standards
  

Course Outline: 

• Introduction to the WHMIS laws
  
• Responsibilities
  
• WHMIS training
  
• Exemptions
  
• Classification and Hazard Symbols
  
• Supplier and Worksite labels
  
• Material Safety Data Sheets
  
• MSDS content
  
• Trade Secrets
  
• Personal Protective Equipment
  
• WHMIS quiz (open book)
  

Course involves interactive lecture material, video, practical exercises, and quiz

Whether you work with or near a controlled substance (any chemical including bleach), WHMIS training is required by all workers across Canada. WHMIS is a simple and informative course that can be completed in a classroom setting in Edmonton, Alberta . Health & Safety Training experts recommend on site training courses specific to the types of chemicals at your work place. Our company specializes in on-site training, which promotes better skill retention. In this course you will learn about your employer's, co-worker's and your responsibilities under the law, what to do in an emergency with the specific chemicals at your worksite, and ensuring suppliers of chemicals meet shipping requirements.

WHMIS training takes a common sense approach to workplace health & safety.