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Question 1

Under WHMIS, when must training be reviewed or updated?

Accepted Answer

When new hazard information becomes available or significant changes occur in the workplace

Answer

WHMIS training must remain current; changes to products, hazard information, or work processes require training to be updated accordingly.

Question 2

What training records should an employer maintain under WHMIS?

Accepted Answer

Documentation showing workers received training and demonstrated understanding

Answer

Employers should keep records proving that training was provided and that workers demonstrated competency, supporting compliance and due diligence.

Question 3

A worker transfers to a different department that uses entirely different hazardous products. What training is required?

Accepted Answer

Site-specific training on the hazardous products used in the new department

Answer

New hazardous products represent new hazards; site-specific training must be provided for each set of products a worker encounters.

Question 4

What does 'competency-based' WHMIS training mean?

Accepted Answer

Training evaluated by whether the worker can demonstrate safe understanding and safe behavior

Answer

Competency-based training is considered effective only when workers can demonstrate they understand and can apply hazard information — not just that they attended.

Question 5

A new solvent is being introduced to a production line. Under WHMIS, what must happen BEFORE workers use it?

Accepted Answer

Workers must receive training on the hazards and safe handling of the new product

Answer

Training must precede exposure; workers cannot safely handle a new product without first being trained on its specific hazards and controls.

(WHMIS) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Practice Test

(WHMIS) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Practice Test

WHMIS Education and Training 4