Workplace Hazards and WHMIS: A Guide to Safety and Legal Duties

Are you fully prepared to handle hazardous substances at work? The WorkSafeBC course is your essential guide to mastering workplace safety regulations. Discover how the Workers’ Compensation Act and WorkSafeBC policies are designed to prevent illnesses and injuries from dangerous exposures. Through this course, you’ll explore the conditions under which compensation is available, your rights as a worker, and the critical responsibilities of employers, supervisors, and suppliers. Take control of your safety with in-depth legal insights.

Dive into the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and its vital role in hazardous materials management. Uncover the mandatory rights and duties WHMIS assigns to suppliers, employers, and employees. From hazard classifications to physical risks and health hazards, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the framework. Learn to navigate safety data sheets (SDS), decode hazard pictograms, and grasp the importance of training and education in reducing workplace risks.

End the course with a clear understanding of labelling requirements and how to use WHMIS tools effectively. Master the distinctions between supplier and workplace labels and learn what information must be provided. Get hands-on with creating and interpreting SDS documents, identifying hazard symbols at a glance, and differentiating between training and education. By the end, you’ll be empowered to implement a robust WHMIS programme that complies with legal requirements and ensures a safer, healthier workplace.