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title: "FAQ - Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) certification"
type: "wiki"
space: "Seneca Nanji Foundation School of Nursing"
author: "Rupinder Khaira"
created: 2026-10-28T19:03:06Z
updated: 2026-10-28T19:05:22Z
tags: ["concise", "cpp", "whmis"]
url: "https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/312/seneca-nanji-foundation-school-of-nursing/wiki/view/18570/faq-workplace-hazardous-material-information-system-whmis-certification"
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# FAQ - Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) certification

### Frequently Asked Questions - Workplace Hazardous Material Information System \(WHMIS\) certification

**Q: Should I put my screen name or legal name?**

Answer: We recommend you use your legal name for your certificate.

**Q: I have an old completion certificate from another company/school/organization. Can I use it to meet this requirement?**

Answer: Yes, as long as it meets the required criteria and is still valid.

For additional questions contact the Clinical Placement Office via email at: clinicalrequirements@senecapolytechnic.ca.