This online WHMIS 2015 and TDG package course provides a comprehensive understanding of both the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (GHS) and regulations for the transportation of dangerous goods within Canada.
Precautionary measures to protect your health and safety
How to choose appropriate personal protective equipment
WHMIS 2015 hazard classifications
Hazard and safety information found on WHMIS 2015 labels
WHMIS 2015 symbols and pictograms
Information contained on safety data sheets
Worker rights and employer responsibilities under WHMIS 2015
The importance of education and training
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Topics
The requirements for TDG training and certification
Dangerous goods classification
Packing groups
Shipping name
Compatibility groups
Placards and UN numbers
Label requirements
Safety marks
Packaging and vessel requirements
Requirements for documentation
Exemptions
The ERAP (Emergency Response Assistance Plans)
Reporting requirements
Containers
TDG schedules
Duration
Average Completion Time
Completion times depend on the number of times the information is reviewed. The average completion time is 6 hours (WHMIS 2015: 2.5 hours; TDG: 3.5 hours).
Testing
Knowledge Assessment
Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of this course package, certificates will be available to download and print. You can access your certificates through your online account.
WHMIS TO GHS TRANSITION
In February 2015, the Government of Canada officially announced the specifics of its gradual transition from the WHMIS hazard communication standard to the GHS (Globally Harmonized System) with projected complete adoption by December 2018.
GHS is a hazard communication standard developed by an international team of experts with the goal of establishing a global standard for classifying hazards and formatting labels and safety data sheets.
Until the transition is complete, employees will need training on both the WHMIS and GHS systems. After the transition period is over, material safety data sheets (MSDSs) and labels for products originating within and outside of Canada will be globally standardized to simplify education and training.