In Canada, drug addiction is considered a disability under human rights legislation, such as the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, persons who suffer from drug addictions are protected from discrimination on the job. Clear as mud, right? Not so…
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Medical Marijuana – Undue hardship in the Context of a Safety Sensitive Workplace
Ontario’s Human Rights Code (the “Code”) protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination in the context of employment. In that regard, the Code requires employers to accommodate individuals with disability-related needs, up to the point of “undue hardship”. Accommodating an employee…
After a Workplace Accident Part 1: How to Support the JHSC
An effective Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is the cornerstone of a successful health and safety program. Comprised of both managers and workers, the JHSC aims to improve health and safety in the workplace. Despite the JHSC’s commitment and…
Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification Training: Part I & Part II: What’s the Difference?
For companies with more than 20 workers, having a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is a must. Not only does it reduce the number of lost-time injuries, proactively control workplace hazards, and give employees a way to actively participate…
Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification Training: Part I & Part II: What’s the Difference?
For companies with more than 20 workers, having a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is a must. Not only does it reduce the number of lost-time injuries, proactively control workplace hazards, and give employees a way to actively participate…
Lanyard Use in a Mobile Elevated Work Platform
Written by Jeff Thorne | Manager of Training and Consulting Specific changes to O.Reg 213/91 – Construction Projects came into force on January 1st 2016, providing additional guidance as to how an operator of an elevated work platform is to…
Renting Equipment – What Are Your Safety Responsibilities?
Have you ever rented a tool, or piece of equipment that wasn’t in the best condition, but decided to use it anyway? Have you given thought to what might happen if that tool failed and who could be held responsible? An…
What Employers and Employees need to Know About Distracted Driving
DISTRACTED DRIVING IS A GROWING CONCERN In Ontario, distracted driving has become an increasing cause for concern. In 2013, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported that distracted driving fatalities surpassed the number of impaired and speed-related road deaths in Ontario (1).…