There’s great peace of mind that comes from knowing exactly how safe your workplace is for your staff and your customers. If you’re not sure what the state of safety is for your workplace, there are easy ways to start measuring it. The best place to start is with a safety checklist. But not just
Read MoreWho is Liable for a Workplace Injury?
Workplace injuries can be alarming for the injured party and their employer, who may have previously believed that the workplace was safe. Both parties need to know who is liable for an injury at work and what needs to happen next. Here’s a short guide to the basics of liability for work related-injuries but remember
Read More2020 Workplace Safety in Canada Updates/Changes
The New Year is bringing changes to workplace safety standards across Canada. Provinces recently passed work safety bills, which increase the rights of workers to refuse unsafe work. Ontario has passed similar legislation in the past with Bill 177, which reformed the fines employers may face for safety violations and the responsibilities of employers. If you’re in Ontario, here’s what
Read MoreSummertime! not thinking about safety? The MOL still has ongoing summer workplace blitz campaigns
As we head into the summer months, many of us have our minds on other things like; upcoming vacations, hanging out at the pool or lake, boating, barbecuing etc. While that’s great we still have to keep our minds on the safety of our workers while at the workplace. The Ministry of Labour (MOL) runs
Read MoreFinal Phases of the new WHMIS 2015 Requirements Is Upon Us
On June 1, 2018 to August 31, 2018, phase 2, suppliers who are chemical manufactures are still able to sell hazardous products with either the old WHMIS labels and safety data sheets (SDS) or the new versions. Employers can still receive and use products that have either the old WHMIS labels and SDS or the new
Read MoreMinistry of Labour adding over 280 new ‘Set’ Fines or tickets On-the-spot
It’s always easier, less costly and less time consuming in the long run to maintain your car by getting regular oil changes, checking fluid levels, change worn out brake pads etc. If you don’t those things like neglecting a $50 oil change or checking oil levels can be a lot more costly like a seized
Read MoreMinistry of Labours upcoming blitz schedule – April 2018 to March 2019
The Ministry of Labour has announced their upcoming blitz schedule and provincial initiatives from April 2018 to March 2019. The blitz campaign will target the construction, industrial, 'big box' retail, healthcare and mining sectors. Once the inspector is onsite they will not only be looking at the specific blitz focus such as; Working at Heights/Fall
Read MoreIndustrial Establishments Regulation Amendment Proposal
The Ministry of Labour is in the process of proposing a number of amendments to the Industrial Regulation 851 under the OH&S Act. Industrial Regulation 851 covers a variety of different workplaces including factories, offices and office buildings, shops, arenas, restaurants and logging operations. (1)The ministry has prepared a consultation paper for public review and
Read MoreFree webcast on the New Personal Emergency Leave from the Ministry of Labour
The new Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, 2017 (Bill 148) is still causing a lot to question exactly what has changed and how to implement the new changes into their companies systems. One of the most asked questions is about the new personal emergency leave rules that took effect last month? Alison Griggs will
Read MoreMinistry of Labours Provincial Initiatives 2017-18 / Roles & Responsibilities
Each year the Ministry of Labour schedules inspection blitzes and provincial initiatives in specific sectors to protect workers' rights under both the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Employment Standards Act, and enhance employers' awareness of their responsibilities. Roles and responsibilities The Employer The employer, typically represented by senior management, has the greatest responsibilities
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