Many workplaces require some level of WHMIS training. This article outlines the top 4 WHMIS videos in Canada today. WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Material Information System. WHMIS training courses provide workers, employers, and supervisors with relevant information under WHMIS 1988 and 2015 about the safe handling, storage, and usage of hazardous materials in the workplace. Training courses often include detailed quizzes used to test your knowledge and understanding of various aspects of the WHMIS training. For more information about WHMIS training or workplace health & safety training, contact the experts at ACUTE now!
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Top 4 WHMIS Videos
1. WHMIS 2015 for Workers
By: SAFEWorkManitoba
Length: 4 minutes
Why It Made The List: This video clearly explains the questions that are most important to ask when assessing hazards and working with chemicals or dangerous materials. It also very clearly shows and explains all of the symbols, which is great for training purposes.
2.WHMIS Training Video – WHMIS Overview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5vffWjNMkU
By: ONLINEWhmis.ca
Length: 2 minutes
Why It Made The List: This video begins with the history of WHMIS, including all of the dates in which training and regulation requirements changed. It also explains GHS and how standards have been implemented across Canada and globally given importing and exporting. It is very informative and helpful for understanding what regulations are in place and why.
3.Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Training
Length: 1 minute
Why It Made The List: This brief video is great because it explains commonly used items that can be hazardous and require WHMIS training. It explains why you need training and why it’s important in any workplace.
4.WHMIS 2015 For Employers
By: WorkSafeBC
Length: 5 minutes
Why It Made The List: This video explains the changes in WHMIS 2015, outlining the protocol changes, labelling changes, and how the GHS provides global WHMIS standards. It also very clearly explains the pictograms and what they refer to. It is a very informative and useful video for both employees and employers alike.
Who Needs WHMIS Training?
Now that you know about some of the changes coming to the WHMIS system, it’s important to understand exactly who needs training. If you are exposed to any chemicals or hazardous products in your workplace, you must receive WHMIS training. WHMIS is for all workers, both new and experienced, and aims to educate workers on the chemicals and hazards they may be exposed to.
You may be surprised as to what counts as a chemical hazard. Even common or household chemicals such as bleach can be considered a hazard! Be sure to check out our article on “7 Changes to Canadian WHMIS Symbols.”
When Will You Need WHMIS Training?
You will need WHMIS training if:
- You may be exposed to chemicals or a hazardous product during work activities (this includes normal use, maintenance, and emergencies) ✓
- You use, store, handle, or dispose of hazardous products and materials ✓
- You supervise workers who may be exposed to, use, store, handle, or dispose of hazardous products ✓
- You work in emergency response ✓
The list above is not exhaustive – remember that WHMIS training is mandatory for any workers who work with or who may even be potentially exposed to hazardous products in the workplace.
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- Open Door Instructor-Student Partnership – ACUTE’s training services emphasize client participation. Staff want to build relationships with clients and serve as a touchstone for advice anytime moving forward.
- Serving Your Team and Industry – With a vast array of clients in manufacturing, construction, health, academic, and government agencies, ACUTE brings the best safety practices from across the spectrum to your workplace.
- 100 Years Combined Experience – ACUTE provides comprehensive health and safety training, on-site safety services, and consulting services. With over 100 years of combined experience, our staff offer more than theoretical or abstract ideas. ACUTE offers solutions.
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