WHMIS Resources

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

What is WHMIS?

WHMIS stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. It is a national hazard communication system that provides information on the safe use of hazardous products in Canadian workplaces. The 2 main components of the WHMIS system are classification and communication.

Hazardous products fall into hazard classes and categories according to specific rules. And labels and safety data sheets are used to communicate the information about the hazards of the products, along with education and training. Suppliers are required to attach proper labels to hazardous products and to provide safety data sheets to customers.

Need Assistance? Contact AgSafe and book a walk-through of your current Safety Program with a field representative in your area. Additional documents are also available in the Industry Resources section to assist employers in building or enhancing their Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Program.

Learn More About WHMIS

The AgSafe BC WHMIS course familiarizes workers with the “Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)” system and how it’s used in workplaces. Topics include an overview of WHMIS, hazards groups and hazard classes, labels, and safety data sheets (SDS’s).