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November 21, 2022

Prevention of Infectious Respiratory Illness in the Workplace

This is full copy from a Memorandum to Health and Safety System Partners by Dr. JOEL MOODY. Chief Prevention Officer and Assistant Deputy Minister, issued November 15, 2022.

September 29, 2021

RELEASE OF THE ONLINE COVID‐19 SAFETY PLAN BUILDER

The Online COVID‐19 safety plan builder that makes it easier and faster for small businesses to develop custom COVID‐19 safety plans

December 17, 2020

REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYERS TO PREVENT HARASSMENT

As of January 1, 2021, legislation will come into force to ensure employers prevent harassment and violence in federally regulated industries and workplaces

December 3, 2020

COVID-19 RESPONSE FRAMEWORK: DO YOU HAVE A SAFETY PLAN?

The Ontario government has stated under the –Covid-19 response framework—that all businesses in the Yellow, Orange, and Red zones are required to have a “Safety Plan” in place.

April 15, 2020

Ontario Ministry of Labour Changes Periodical Medical Examination Requirements

On Jan. 1, 2020 the province of Ontario changed the periodical medical examination on asbestos workers from two to five years

April 15, 2020

MINISTRY OF LABOUR LAUNCHES NEW ACCREDITATION PROGRAM TO REWARD SAFE COMPANIES

On Friday, Ontario’s Ministry of Labour introduced a new, voluntary program that recognizes employers with successful health and safety programs in place.

April 15, 2020

Blitz: PPE Take The Lead

You understand that personal protective equipment (PPE) is often the last line of defense when it comes to saving your limbs – and your life.