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*WHMIS Review
On an annual basis the employer, in partnership with the JHSC, should conduct an annual review of
the company's WHMIS program.
This typically includes:
ƒ A review of the inventory of hazardous materials at the workplace
ƒ Identification of any MSDSs that are out of date or missing
ƒ A review of the training program, to determine if there are any gaps in training or staff that have
not received the training
ƒ Some type of refresher of WHMIS information, to confirm that existing staff still remember the
basic principles of WHMIS (e.g., symbols, labeling requirements, how to find information on an
MSDS, etc.)
The review should be documented. It is also recommended that the JHSC consider if there are any
new chemicals/products available that are effective, but less hazardous, that could replace any existing
hazardous materials. "WHMIS General Information and Training Requirements" is a document which
contains useful information and checklists for your WHMIS review. This download is available at:
http://www.healthandsafetyontario.ca/HSO/media/WSPS/Resources/Downloads/WHMIS_General_
Info_Traing_final.pdf?ext=.pdf
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