As many of you know, on November 21, 2018 the Provincial government enacted Bill 47, making a number of sweeping changes to Ontario’s labour and employment-related legislation. Included in those changes were fundamental alterations to the Ontario College of Trades…
Every so often we come across an article, blog, or video that mirrors our own beliefs when it comes to how we view safety. Recently, I came across an article and a video of Mike Rowe from the show Dirty…
Who Needs JHSC Refresher Training? Anyone who was certified on or after March 1, 2016, must take Refresher Training every 3 years to remain certified. If you became JHSC certified before March 1, 2016, you do not need to take…
A fire can begin anywhere at any time and cause serious injuries, fatalities and damage. A proper fire prevention program can help eliminate the potential risks and hazards that could put lives in jeopardy. The Province of Ontario has very…
Should every workplace have an AED? If you ask Joe Moscato, the answer would definitely be “yes.” What started out as a regular afternoon at work escalated to an emergency when he collapsed to the floor. Joe was experiencing sudden…
Ontario workplaces need to meet certain training requirements to comply with federal and provincial regulations. Though every organization’s training needs are unique, providing training to every worker on these four topics is mandatory for almost every workplace in Ontario: 1.…
Organizations with more than 20 employees are required to have a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC). Yes, some committees are not performing as they should be. Whether it’s being uninformed about their responsibilities or not taking initiative to promote a…
On January 1, 2019, amendments to Ontario’s distracted driving laws significantly increased penalties for convicted motorists. Under the new legislative framework, drivers convicted of distracted driving will mandatorily face license suspension, minimum fines, and demerit points. Distracted Driving on Public…
The Ontario government recently announced plans to change the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Certification Training program standards. The planned changes will: Allow Part I of JHSC Certification Training to be delivered online, in addition to the 3-day in-person…