WHMIS training is required for anyone who works with or near hazardous products in Ontario. This course teaches workers how to recognize chemical hazards, read labels, understand Safety Data Sheets, and follow safe handling procedures. WHMIS 2015 aligns with the globally harmonized system and is required under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Achieve Safety provides WHMIS certification for construction, industrial, healthcare, and commercial workplaces across Ontario.
This 4 hour course provides workers with knowledge of WHMIS 2015 (GHS). WHMIS 2015 training helps workers understand the hazards associated with chemicals, gases, solvents, cleaners, fuels, paints, and other controlled products found in the workplace. The course explains the WHMIS classification system, pictograms, required labels, Safety Data Sheets, and worker responsibilities.
The course will outline methods to identify, interpret, create and maintain hazardous material information for workers. It also teaches the steps workers must follow to handle chemicals safely and prevent injuries, fires, and exposures. Achieve Safety delivers WHMIS training using clear examples that match real work environments so workers can apply what they learn immediately.
Enroll today to gain skills in evidence gathering, root cause analysis, and OHSA-compliant reporting.
This training strengthens hazard awareness and helps employers meet mandatory safety requirements during inspections.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
WHMIS 2015 training is required for:
Construction workers
Manufacturing and industrial workers
Warehouse and logistics staff
Healthcare workers
Cleaning and janitorial teams
Laboratory staff
Maintenance workers
Any worker who may come into contact with hazardous products
Supervisors must also understand WHMIS so they can monitor safe chemical handling and correct unsafe practices.
WHMIS applies to any workplace that uses:
This 4 hour course provides workers with knowledge of WHMIS 2015 (GHS). WHMIS 2015 training helps workers understand the hazards associated with chemicals, gases, solvents, cleaners, fuels, paints, and other controlled products found in the workplace. The course explains the WHMIS classification system, pictograms, required labels, Safety Data Sheets, and worker responsibilities.
The course will outline methods to identify, interpret, create and maintain hazardous material information for workers. It also teaches the steps workers must follow to handle chemicals safely and prevent injuries, fires, and exposures. Achieve Safety delivers WHMIS training using clear examples that match real work environments so workers can apply what they learn immediately.
This course builds hazard awareness and supports compliance with mandatory workplace safety requirements.
By the end of this 4-hour course, participants will be able to:
Enroll today to gain skills in evidence gathering, root cause analysis, and OHSA-compliant reporting.
WHMIS applies to any workplace that uses:
WHMIS training is required for any worker who may come into contact with hazardous products as part of their job duties.
Workers who use or are exposed to fuels, solvents, adhesives, paints, or other hazardous materials on job sites.
Personnel working with chemicals, lubricants, gases, or controlled products during production or maintenance activities.
Workers involved in storing, handling, or transporting hazardous products and materials.
Staff who handle disinfectants, chemicals, biological agents, or laboratory substances.
Hazardous products must be clearly identified using WHMIS labels, pictograms, and Safety Data Sheets so workers understand the risks before use.
Current Safety Data Sheets must be readily available and workers must know how to read and apply the information they contain.
Hazardous products must be handled, stored, and disposed of according to WHMIS requirements to reduce the risk of exposure, fire, or environmental harm.
WHMIS compliance is frequently reviewed during Ministry of Labour inspections.
Inspectors assess whether hazardous products are properly identified and whether workers understand how to work with them safely.
Inspectors commonly review:
Worker WHMIS training records
Proper labeling of hazardous products
Availability and accuracy of Safety Data Sheets
Safe storage and handling practices
Supervisor oversight of chemical use
This course helps workplaces understand how WHMIS compliance is evaluated during inspections and how proper training supports due diligence.
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This course provides a Record of Training confirming completion of WHMIS 2015 instruction.
While not a government issued licence, WHMIS training is mandatory and must be kept current whenever new hazardous products are introduced or job duties change.
Training records are commonly reviewed during inspections and enforcement activities.
Improper handling of hazardous products can lead to serious injuries, fires, environmental damage, and regulatory enforcement.
Providing WHMIS 2015 Training helps organizations demonstrate due diligence by ensuring workers understand chemical hazards and safe handling practices.
After completing this course, participants have a clearer understanding of how hazardous products are identified and controlled.
Workers leave with awareness of:
The course explained WHMIS labels and SDS in a way that actually made sense. It helped me feel more confident working with chemicals.
This training covered everything I needed to know without being overwhelming. The examples were practical and realistic.
Even after years on the job, this course helped reinforce things that are easy to forget when working with hazardous products.
Experts also agree this training supports effective hazard communication and safe handling of hazardous products in accordance with WHMIS 2015 requirements.
