WHMIS Online Course

This WHMIS Online course is designed to help prevent workplace injuries, occupational illnesses, and fatalities resulting from the storage, handling, and use of hazardous products. Developed in alignment with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), this program strengthens hazard communication knowledge and workplace compliance across Canadian industries.

Whether you are new to hazardous materials training or require updated WHMIS certification, this online WHMIS training course provides practical, regulation-aligned instruction that supports safer workplaces.

Course Overview

This online WHMIS course implements the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) to ensure workers understand how hazardous products are classified, labeled, and communicated in the workplace. Participants will gain clear knowledge of hazard identification, labeling systems, safety data sheets, and appropriate protective measures.

By the end of this WHMIS Online (Global Hazmat) training, learners will confidently understand what hazardous products they may encounter, where to locate hazard information, how to protect themselves using appropriate controls and personal protective equipment, and what actions to take in the event of an incident.

This WHMIS certification course supports employers in meeting regulatory training obligations while reinforcing due diligence and workplace safety standards.

Course Topics

  • Physical and health hazards
  • Precautionary measures to protect health and safety
  • Selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • WHMIS hazard classifications
  • Hazard and safety information found on WHMIS labels
  • WHMIS symbols and pictograms
  • Information contained in Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
  • Worker rights and employer responsibilities under WHMIS
  • Importance of education and training