Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System: Safety Data Sheets
Last Updated 07/2025
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What you'll learn
Explain the purpose and significance of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in maintaining workplace safety under WHMIS regulations.
Identify the 16 standardized sections of an SDS and describe the type of information each section provides.
Apply the information from an SDS to implement appropriate safety measures for the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Description
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are a critical part of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), giving employees essential detail on the hazardous materials they work with.
What this course covers:
- The standardized 16-section SDS format
- Chemical properties, health effects and protective measures in an SDS
- Employer responsibilities to maintain and provide access to current SDS
- Using SDS for safe handling, storage and emergency response
Ideal for workers and supervisors who rely on Safety Data Sheets to work safely with hazardous materials.
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System: Safety Data Sheets
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System: Safety Data Sheets
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are a critical component of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), providing detailed information about hazardous materials in the workplace. SDS ensure that employees have access to essential safety data, including chemical properties, health effects, and recommended protective measures. This course will cover the standardized 16-section format of SDS, the responsibilities of employers to maintain and provide access to up-to-date sheets, and the importance of using SDS to ensure proper handling, storage, and emergency response procedures.
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This course is designed for employees and supervisors who need to complete Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System: Safety Data Sheets training
Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.
The course takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.
Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.
Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.
Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).
Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.
Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.
Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.
Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.
Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.
Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.
Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.
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