WHMIS: what you need to know about hazardous materials in the workplace
Hazardous products that are used and stored in the workplace are classified according to WHMIS 2015 requirements.
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Chemicals, Hazardous Materials & WHMIS
View our resources below to access reasonable precautions to protect workers, as well as information and instruction to help keep them safe.
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Amendments to Hazardous Products Regulations are coming: Is your business ready?
Follow these steps now to comply with the latest amendments to the Hazardous Products Regulations. Don’t leave it to the last minute.
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Workbook for Designated Substance Assessments
This fillable workbook can assist you complete a written assessment of the exposure or likelihood of exposure of a worker to a designated substance in the workplace.
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Are your workers exposed to dangerous designated substances? Here’s how to find out.
Designated substances pose such extreme health hazards to workers, that they have their own regulation under the OHSA. But there is a gap in awareness of the regulation among employers.
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Does every worker in Ontario need WHMIS training?
If you are an employer in Ontario, do all workers need to be trained on WHMIS 2015? Watch this short video to find out.
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What Can Happen to Your Lungs and How to Protect Them
Materials, hazards and risks that expose workers to injuries - poster.
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How does an employee know if a respirator fits?
Watch this short video to learn how to ensure respirators properly fit employees to keep them safe. For more information visit https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/occupational-hygiene Don’t miss out on
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Designated substances: how changes to regulations will affect you
If you have designated substances in your workplace, you need to know that Ontario has made changes to O. Reg. 490/09 - Designated Substances, including a new medical surveillance code.
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MLITSD Occupational Hygiene Campaigns Toolkit: WHMIS and Exposure to Chemical Agents
Enhance your compliance efforts with the MLITSD’s campaigns on chemical exposure and WHMIS training, by using valuable resources within this toolkit. Get free resources, training and more.
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How to Read a WHMIS Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Unsure when reading a WHMIS Safety Data Sheet (SDS)? Use this guide to help you understand SDSs and effectively manage workplace risks associated with hazardous products.
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WHMIS Regulation 860 and 833 Compliance Checklist
Use this checklist to assess compliance with Reg 860 WHMIS and Reg 833 Control of Exposure to Biological or Chemical Agents, and determine recommended actions.
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Carbon Monoxide in the Workplace
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a leading cause of chemical poisoning in the workplace and home. This guide provides basic information about carbon monoxide, its hazards, detection and control.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning of teen a wake-up call for employers: 7 tips for prevention
A worker almost died after being told to use a gas-powered pressure washer in an enclosed space, which resulted in toxic levels of carbon monoxide. Learn how to prevent near tragedies like this one.
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Hazardous chemicals in your workplace? 5 ways to prepare for MLITSD inspections
The MLITSD has launched two campaigns this year to boost compliance with regulations governing chemical hazards in the workplace with workplace inspections. Learn how your business should prepare.
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WSPS Safety Connection | MLITSD Occupational Hygiene Campaign: The Essentials
Get ready for the MLITSD's upcoming Occupational Hygiene campaigns - Worker Exposures to Chemical Agents in the Workplace, and WHMIS Training Based on the Amended Hazardous Products Regulations.
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Safety Check: Ammonia in Refrigeration Systems
Ammonia in refrigeration safety tips for workers.
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Understand Your Chemical Handling Risks
First in a four part series on how to manage chemical hazards in the workplace to control exposure and prevent injuries. Links to Helpful Resources: (Resource Hub) https://www.wsps.ca/resource-hub/c
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What Can Happen to Your Hands and How to Protect Them
Materials, hazards and risks that expose workers to injury - poster.
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WSPS Safety Snippets - Store Workplace Chemicals Safely
How to safely store chemicals at your workplace.
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Chemical Exposure Poster
Download this free infographic poster and learn how to prevent common accidents. Post in your workplace and on your safety board.
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