In Canada, suppliers, employers, and workers use the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) to communicate and identify the risks associated with products used in the workplace. WHMIS aligns with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) used by many countries around the world.

In December 2022, amendments to the Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) meant changes to the previously used WHMIS 2015. Health Canada outlined a 3-year transition period to give those who use WHMIS time to make the necessary changes. As of December 2025, anyone who uses WHMIS must follow the amended HPR.

This WHMIS course aims to give you a basic understanding of the system, including general principles, worker safety, and significant updates.

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This online WHMIS Certification course covers the following topics:

• What is WHMIS?
• WHMIS Updates
• Hazard Identification
• Product Classification
• Hazard Groups
• Pictograms
• Supplier Labels
• Workplace Labels
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Workplace Education and Training
• Employer Responsibilities
• Worker Responsibilities