Accepted across Canada.
Your WHMIS certificate is recognized by employers across Canada as proof of training. The course follows the current WHMIS requirements under Canada’s Hazardous Products Act and Hazardous Products Regulations.
This certificate is accepted and recognized in:
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Yukon
- Nova Scotia
- Ontario
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Saskatchewan
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
- Newfoundland & Labrador
Proof of recognition
An inspector’s evaluation of the course content against applicable training requirements.
What does the law require?
Understand WHMIS education and training requirements in Canada.
A look inside the course.
Course modules, tests and the steps to your certificate.
Complete online.
- 5 short modules
- 1 h 45 mins total
- Available in English and French
- 1
WHMIS Introduction
20 min
This module introduces WHMIS, its workplace applications, components and legislative requirements.
Test for module 1
- 2
WHMIS Pictograms
15 min
Pictograms are graphic images that show the type of hazard a product presents.
Test for module 2
- 3
Classification of Hazardous Products
30 min
WHMIS divides potential Hazards into two primary groups: Physical Hazards, and Health Hazards. Moving from the most general classification to more specific ones, these levels are hazard “group”, hazard “class”, hazard “category” and, in some cases, hazard “subcategory.”
Test for module 3
- 4
WHMIS Labels
20 min
Hazardous products used in the workplace must be labelled. Labels alert workers to the major hazards and basic precautions or safety steps that should be taken.
Test for module 4
- 5
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
20 min
Safety data sheets (SDSs) are summary documents that provide information about hazardous products and advice about safety precautions.
Test for module 5
Certificate is ready
- Instant
- PDF certificate
Download your PDF certificate as soon as you pass the course assessment.
Your eSafetyFirst WHMIS certificate is valid for one year in Ontario and three years elsewhere in Canada.
From purchase to certificate in 3 steps.
No software installation is required. Use your phone, tablet or computer.
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Take the course
Complete the course material and the tests required for your course.
Download your certificate
Download your PDF certificate to print it or share it with your employer. A physical wallet card is also available.
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