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Safety Data Sheets (SDS) – Canada – Online Course
Understanding how to read and apply information from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) is essential for anyone working with hazardous products in Canada. This online SDS training course provides a clear overview of how Safety Data Sheets are structured and how they support chemical safety in the workplace under the WHMIS 2015 system.
This course is designed to help workers and employers meet their responsibilities under Canada’s Hazardous Products Regulations and ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is recommended for:
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Workers who handle or may be exposed to hazardous products
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Supervisors and safety officers in workplaces using chemicals
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Employees in manufacturing, construction, energy, and laboratory environments
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Anyone required to understand and use SDS information under WHMIS 2015
Course Topics Include:
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The role of Safety Data Sheets in workplace chemical safety
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The 16-section SDS format under WHMIS 2015 and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
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How to locate and interpret key safety information (e.g., hazards, PPE, handling, first aid)
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Responsibilities of suppliers, employers, and workers
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Common SDS sections: composition, exposure controls, safe storage, emergency procedures
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Accessing and maintaining SDSs in the workplace
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the purpose and structure of a Safety Data Sheet
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Identify critical information needed for safe product use
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Interpret SDS data to select proper PPE, respond to spills, and follow emergency protocols
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Support compliance with WHMIS 2015 requirements
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Promote safer handling of hazardous products across work environments
Course Details
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Delivery Method: Online, self-paced
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Estimated Time to Complete: 24 minutes
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Languages: English and French
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Industries: Construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, labs, general industry
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Prerequisites: None
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