WHMIS Training

WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It is a Canada-wide system designed to give employers and workers information about hazardous materials used in the workplace that they may encounter while working.

Any worker who handles or may be exposed to hazardous products requires WHMIS training. This includes employees who work directly with chemicals, work near them, or enter areas where hazardous products are used or stored. Even workers with low exposure risk such as those in nearby corridors or shared spaces, may require basic WHMIS training for awareness and safety.

By law, employers are required to provide information and instructions to their team members about WHMIS and the products or hazards they are exposed to. This includes safety data sheets (SDS).

Yes, our WHMIS training is valid in every Canadian province and territory. The course is built to meet the highest required standards, and in many cases, it exceeds provincial requirements. WHMIS pictograms and classifications are universal across Canada, so you can be confident that your team’s training will be recognized and compliant no matter where you operate.

You will also need to provide site-specific training for your team depending on the work and hazardous products that they come in contact with.

WHMIS is required in any Canadian organization where hazardous products are used, stored, or handled. This includes common items like bleach, not just obviously dangerous substances. If team members use or could be exposed to hazardous products as part of their job, they must receive WHMIS training to understand the risks and how to work safely.

Canadian legislation doesn’t specify an exact timeline for how often WHMIS training must be repeated. Instead, it’s the employer’s responsibility to evaluate their workplace and ensure staff are properly trained based on their level of exposure. Retraining is required whenever new hazardous products are introduced or if existing hazard information changes.

We recommend refreshing WHMIS training every three years to ensure employees stay up to date with current regulations and best practices.

Yes, WHMIS training is mandatory under Canadian law. It applies to all organizations where hazardous products are used, handled, or stored. WHMIS helps create a safer, healthier work environment by helping team members understand the hazards and how to protect themselves on the job.

Our WHMIS training is applicable in all Canadian provinces, helping your organization stay compliant and avoid fines or penalties.

WHMIS training does not have a set expiration date. However, employers are responsible for keeping training up to date and making sure employees are informed about any changes in hazardous products or procedures. We recommend refreshing WHMIS training every three years to maintain awareness, accuracy, and compliance. 

The main difference is that WHMIS was updated in December 2022 to align with the 7th edition and parts of the 8th edition of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). These updates improved how hazardous products are classified and labelled in Canada. Key changes include clearer language, new requirements on Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and new hazard classes such as Chemicals Under Pressure and non-flammable aerosols.

Our WHMIS training has been updated to reflect all recent changes and is fully compliant in all Canadian provinces and territories.

If hazardous products are used in your organization, you have several key responsibilities under WHMIS, including:

• Educating and training workers on the hazards and safe handling of those products
• Making sure all hazardous products are properly labelled
• Creating workplace labels, if needed
• Providing workers with access to up-to-date SDSs
• Implementing control measures to protect the health and safety of team members

Yes! We can tailor a WHMIS course to reflect the specific hazardous products used in your organization. We can incorporate your company’s SDSs, storage and disposal procedures, logos, and other relevant information to make the training more practical and relevant for your team.