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<div>The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is a comprehensive national system for safe management of hazardous chemicals in the workplace. It is a joint effort of the federal, provincial and territorial governments, industry and organized labour.<br /><br />WHMIS is a part of the Hazardous Products Act. The legislation sets the foundation for workers' right to know about hazardous products in the workplace. [https://loneworkerdevices.co.uk/lone-worker-alarm/ worker detection] It requires employers to educate their workers and suppliers to provide them with information on all hazards associated with their products.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />WHMIS also calls for a safety data sheet (SDS) for each hazardous product. SDSs are technical bulletins that provide hazard information and information about how to handle and use a specific product. They are prepared by the supplier and include safe handling and emergency procedures.<br /><br />WHMIS uses labels and posters to warn workers of the hazards associated with hazardous materials. Each major group of hazards is identified by a pictogram. WHMIS also includes a warning label for containers of WHMIS controlled products.<br /><br />Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System was developed through consensus, as organizations involved in the development and implementation of WHMIS actively participated in the process. Today, WHMIS continues to evolve.<br /><br />To comply with WHMIS requirements, employers must educate their workers about the hazards of their workplaces, and they must train workers in the proper use of WHMIS-controlled products. Employers also have a responsibility to ensure their employees are aware of safe work procedures and procedures for dealing with emergencies.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div>Colonyburn4