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WHMIS 2015: An Overview for Workers

WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), which was updated in 2015, provides you with health and safety information about hazardous products in your workplace.

This web book, viewable online from a computer or mobile device, uses text and video to explain the basics of WHMIS:

  • Key changes from WHMIS 1988 to WHMIS 2015
  • Classification
  • Pictograms
  • Labels
  • Safety data sheets (SDSs)
  • Responsibilities of workers, employers, and suppliers
  • Education and training

Please note that some videos and links that were available at the time of publishing may no longer be active.

Publication Date: Sep 2018 Asset type: Web book