Infographic: Understanding WHMIS 2015 & GHS
Get a clearer understanding of the changes
Since 1988, WHMIS has been Canada’s hazard communication system for workplace chemicals. In the past year, WHMIS has adopted new international standards for classifying hazardous chemicals and providing information on labels and safety data sheets. Basically, it helps ensure that we all understand/interpret the chemicals and hazardous materials in the same way. Here is an overview of what the changes mean: