WHMIS PRKS 3307

Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:

Module 1 - What is WHMIS?

• Describe WHMIS, its purpose and its key elements.
• Outline the legislation governing WHMIS.
• Describe how toxins can enter the body.
• Identify several control and protection techniques used to decrease the risk of toxins entering the body.

Module 2 - Hazard Classification System

• Identify the eight WHMIS symbols.
• Describe the six classes of controlled products, their main hazards and the precautions associated with them.
• List at least two examples of each classification of controlled products.
• Describe the products which are fully and partially exempt in hazard classification.

Module 3 - WHMIS Communication Systems

• Describe the information required on a supplier and a workplace label.
• Describe the nine sections required on a material safety data sheet.
• Explain the legal requirements for WHMIS education and training.
• State when Consumer Goods and Transportation of Dangerous Goods communication systems are applied.

Module 4: WHMIS Product Classification

• Describe the controlled products classification process.
• List the various responsibilities for classifying controlled products.
• List the groups of fully and partially exempt controlled products.
• Explain the exemption review process and summarize the review committee's recommendations.

Module 5 - MSDS Terms

• Describe the information required in each section and subsection of an MSDS.
• Interpret toxicological phrases as they apply to the work process.
• Identify preventative and control measures required to reduce the risk of exposure to controlled products at the workplace.
• Determine the personal protective equipment required for using controlled products at the workplace.

Module 6 - WHMIS Instruction Issues and Techniques

• Describe how people are motivated to learn. State several techniques used to motivate adult learners.
• Describe the qualities of an 'effective' instructor.
• Identify several different instructional and evaluation methods and determine the most appropriate approaches to use at your own workplace.
• Develop specific instructional strategies for workers with learning difficulties.

Module 7 - WHMIS Program Implementation

• Describe the implementation responsibilities for workers, suppliers, the employers and the WHMIS coordinator.
• Explain the eight steps required to implement a WHMIS program.
• Identify the BC WCB legal requirements for implementing a WHMIS program.
• Explain the purpose of performing an annual WHMIS program review, and describe its importance.

Effective as of Fall 2003