Safety checklist — Hazardous materials (WHMIS)
Handling of chemicals on site. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Before work
11 items- ✓
WHMIS 2015 training current for all exposed workersCritical
ℹ️ RSST art. 62.1 — training mandatory before any handling of controlled product
- ✓
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) available and accessible on site
- ✓
Compliant labeling on all containers — GHS pictograms visible
- ✓
PPE selected per product SDS (gloves, glasses, respirator, coverall)
- ✓
Spill kit available near the use area
- ✓
Storage compliant — incompatible products separated (acid vs base, oxidizer vs fuel)
- ✓
Product used in ventilated area — fume hood or local exhaust if needed
- ✓
No decanting into unlabeled container
ℹ️ Exception: immediate use by same worker in same shift
- ✓
No food or drink in the handling zone
- ✓
First aid procedure known — SDS section 4
- ✓
Emergency shower and eyewash accessible if using corrosive products
After work
4 items- ✓
Containers closed and returned to dedicated storage
- ✓
Residues and empty containers disposed per SDS instructions
- ✓
Hands washed thoroughly — no product on skin
- ✓
Spill cleaned properly — absorbent material recovered and disposed
More checklists — Cross-cutting Situations
Road work / Signage
Roadside work and construction site signage
15 checks
Cold weather work
Prevention of frostbite and hypothermia on site
15 checks
Asbestos / Decontamination
Asbestos removal and decontamination work
19 checks
Work at height
Fall protection, harness and lifeline
17 checks
Confined space
Entry and work in confined spaces
18 checks
Hot weather work
Prevention of heat stroke on site
14 checks