Office Health, Safety and WHMIS

Overview

Delivery method

Self-Paced/Online

Duration

90 minutes

Audience

All public servants at all levels

Description

Although offices are not always thought of as hazardous places to work, injuries and illnesses that happen in an office can be just as serious and costly as those that occur in any other workplace. 

This two-part course explains common safety hazards found in office environments. Participants will learn how to identify, mitigate, and prevent these common workplace hazards. It also provides a focused look at the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), which meets this system's legislated component for education. Part two on WHMIS includes the December 2022 Hazardous Products Act amendments.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the key components of a health and safety program, including their importance
• Recognize the different types of hazards commonly found in an office environment
• Define WHMIS and identify its key components, including employer and worker responsibilities 

Target Audience

1. Anyone who works in an office building, including workers, supervisors, managers, building personnel and cleaning or custodial workers
2. Health and safety committee members
3. Human resources professionals 

Prerequisite(s)

None

Notes

Pay special attention to the choice of language, as it is not possible to change without being billed again.