WHMIS education is required for all workers who work with a hazardous product or may be exposed to a hazardous product in the course of their work activities. This includes faculty, staff, paid students, volunteers, visiting scholars, visiting students and non-paid students. To find the right WHMIS course for you please see the chart below.
WHMIS Education
Which WHMIS Education course do I need?
If you… | Then take | It includes |
Work with a hazardous product or may be exposed to a hazardous product in the course of your work activities | General Audience WHMIS | 1 online module and quiz |
Work in or supervise a laboratory | Chemical Safety Training which includes WHMIS training for laboratory workers | 7 modules and final exam |
Are part of building operations, custodial services or student housing and hospitality services | In person education – ask your supervisor | 1 in person presentation and quiz |