January 7, 2016
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
WHMIS was designed to ensure the safety of employers and employees while at the workplace. In particular, the system was designed to keep workers and employers informed of the dangers and hazards associated with the chemicals and substances that they may come into contact with while on the job.
The key elements of training are labeling of containers, the provision of material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and worker education/training programs.
For more information on the program, go to Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.
WHMIS was designed to ensure the safety of employers and employees while at the workplace. In particular, the system was designed to keep workers and employers informed of the dangers and hazards associated with the chemicals and substances that they may come into contact with while on the job.
The key elements of training are labeling of containers, the provision of material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and worker education/training programs.
For more information on the program, go to Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.