Image source Managing health and safety in the workplace should be the top priority of a company in any industry. It is every employee's right to have a safe working environment, even if the nature of their work can be hazardous. That is why companies need to create a sustainable safety management program to ensure
Read MoreMinistry of Labours Blitz Initiatives
Below are some of the sectors and the areas that the inspectors will focus on the most. That being said, once they're in your facility, they'll be looking at everything. Be honest and cooperative, and you'll find the inspectors will work with you. Construction initiatives Healthy workers in healthy workplaces – occupational disease October 31,
Read MoreCOVID-19 Screening Tool for Workplaces (Businesses and Organizations)
Version 1 – September 25, 2020 This tool provides basic information only and contains recommendations for businesses or organizations for COVID-19 screening as per Ontario Regulation 364/20. It is not to be used as a clinical assessment tool or intended to take the place of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Where the document includes references
Read MoreManaging Heat Stress in the Workplace
According to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, employers must take every reasonable precaution in the circumstances for the protection of a worker. This applies to the environment in which employees work and as such employers must understand and take action to protect workers from heat stress and extreme heat conditions. Hazardous heat exposure can
Read MoreCoronavirus (COVID-19) Dispelling the Myths
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. COVID-19 causes those infected to experience mild to severe illness. Whereas most persons will recover without medical intervention or hospital care, older persons, and those with pre-existing and or underlying medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and other such diseases
Read More2020 MOL Initiative/Blitz dates to keep in mind
The Ministry of Labour runs continuous workplace blitzes and initiatives to constantly enforce the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Check out the upcoming blitz dates and the blitz focus. They will also be continuing their inspections on Group Homes and their usual sectors of construction, industrial, healthcare, mining plus a cross sector focus. “Group homes”
Read MoreWhy Burnout Is A Real Occupational Hazard
A guest post by: Ivanna Julia It’s generally accepted these days that people are overworked. From career professionals staying late to maintain a competitive edge, to college students and graduates working multiple jobs to get on their feet, long hours and constant engagement have become normal. Despite the fact that most recognise these circumstances in
Read MoreUp to $10,000/person towards training costs from the Canada-Ontario Job Grant
Your company could be eligible to receive up to $10,000/person towards training costs from the Canada-Ontario Job Grant Program, learn more - https://www.vpi-inc.com/employment-programs/canada-ontario-job-grant-cojg/ Contact: Elisa Polit from VPI Working Solutions p: 905-624-3353 ext. 1017 e: [email protected]
Read MoreUpcoming Ministry of Labour Blitz Schedule
The Ministry of Labour runs continuous workplace blitzes and initiatives to constantly enforce the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Check out the upcoming blitz dates and the blitz focus. They will also be continuing their inspections on Group Homes and their usual sectors of construction, industrial, healthcare, mining plus a cross sector focus. “Group homes”
Read MoreOwners, Directors & Managers – Do You Know Your Legal Obligations under the OH&S Act?
"It takes leadership to improve safety." - Jackie Stewart After over 23 years in the business, we’ve seen a lot, but we’re still amazed at the companies and individuals we come across all the time that are surprised at their responsibilities under the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OH&S Act), their response is always “I had
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