Chemical safety & SDS management blog

Stay ahead of the curve with expert insights on Canadian chemical safety and SDS management. We translate complex regulatory changes—from WHMIS 2022 to the latest CEPA amendments—into actionable strategies that protect your people, ensure occupational health and safety (OHS) compliance, and advance your commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals..

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Decoding WHMIS: Your Guide to WHMIS Symbols and Meanings

Lisa Hallsworth
12 March 2026
4:07 pm
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A comprehensive list of WHMIS symbols and their meanings, plus training and education guidance, for a safe working environment.

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Are PFAS a problem in your workplace?

Lisa Hallsworth
14 January 2026
9:00 am
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PFAS products are coming under increased scrutiny and regulation in Canada. Learn how to quickly identify PFAS products in your workplace.

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How CEPA protects worker health & safety

Lisa Hallsworth
19 November 2025
5:44 pm
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Understand CEPA's "Right to a Healthy Environment" and its implications for workplace health and safety.

Belleville Chamber of Commerce Cornerstone Award - Visionary - Presented to Lisa & Rob Hallsworth

Cornerstone Visionary Award 2025

Lisa Hallsworth
23 May 2025
4:23 pm
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The Belleville Chamber of Commerce presented SDS RiskAssist founders Lisa and Rob Hallsworth with the Cornerstone Visionary Award.

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Towards a new era in workplace chemical safety

Lisa Hallsworth
13 November 2024
1:42 pm
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Chemical safety in the workplace has come a long way but more action is needed to reverse occupational disease trends.

Bladder cancer risk at work

Bladder cancer risks at work

Lisa Hallsworth
3 July 2024
4:10 pm
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Chemical exposures in the workplace can increase the risk of bladder cancer — the fifth most common cancer in Canada. Learn how to prevent it.

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