Who Needs To Have Working at Heights Training in Ontario?
Find out who needs Working at Heights training in Ontario, including workers, supervisors, and employers. Learn when training is legally required. Summary Working at Heights training is required in Ontario for workers on construction projects who may be exposed to fall hazards of 3 metres or more and who may use fall protection systems. The […]
Is CSA B335-15 Mandatory? Canadian Workplace Safety Law Fit
CSA B335-15 is one of the most misunderstood safety standards in Canadian workplaces. Many employers ask the same question: Is CSA B335-15 mandatory, or is it just a best-practice guideline? The short answer is this: CSA B335-15 is not a regulation by itself, but in practice it functions as a mandatory compliance standard when pallet […]
Top 10 OHSA Violations in Ontario Workplaces & How to Avoid
Every year, Ontario workplaces receive thousands of Ministry of Labour orders under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Most of these orders are not complex or unexpected. They come from the same repeat issues across construction, industrial, warehousing, and commercial environments. Missing fall protection. Poor supervision. Incomplete training records. Unsafe equipment. Inadequate worker protection. […]
How to Build a Culture of Health and Safety in Ontario Workplaces?
Building a sustainable health and safety culture.
Ontario Small Business OHSA Compliance Checklist for Workplaces [2026]
(TLDR) Ontario small businesses must still meet core OHSA duties even with limited staff or low-risk work. Every employer needs a health and safety policy, employee training, incident procedures, hazard checks, ergonomic practices, and emergency planning. I outline exactly what I set up for small teams across Ontario, including offices and startups. These steps […]
Construction Site Safety Compliance: OHSA Requirements for Contractors
Ontario construction sites must follow strict OHSA requirements to protect workers from falls, struck-by hazards, equipment risks, and unsafe work conditions. This guide outlines the key safety duties for contractors, including training, supervision, documentation, and job site controls. Use it to confirm compliance or request an Achieve Safety audit for full site readiness. Intro Construction […]
How to Prepare for a Ministry of Labour Safety Inspection Ontario?
MLITSD inspection Ontario Ontario workplaces must be ready for unannounced Ministry of Labour safety inspections [Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)]. This guide explains how to prepare by organizing documentation, updating training records, correcting hazards, and completing a pre-audit before an inspector arrives. Use these steps to stay compliant or book an […]
Ontario Workplace Safety Compliance Checklist – OHSA Requirements 2026
Every Ontario employer must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Ontario employers must follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act by assessing hazards, training workers, maintaining safe equipment, posting required documents, and performing regular inspections. This checklist outlines the essential steps to help workplaces stay compliant and prepare for Ministry of Labour […]
On-Site Compliance Consulting Gaps & Its Importance For Business
Most Ontario workplaces fail OSHA compliance not because they ignore safety, but because small gaps build up across equipment, documentation, or supervision. These gaps turn into violations during a Ministry of Labour inspection, and many employers only discover them when it is too late. Typical Gaps Found During On-Site Compliance Audits 1. Missing or Outdated […]
OTM Book 7: Ontario Traffic Control & Safety Compliance Training
Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7: Traffic Control Standards & Safety Complaince Book 7 of the Ontario Traffic Manual sets the standard for safe traffic control across Ontario. It guides how construction zones, road work, and temporary closures are managed to protect both workers and drivers. This article explains what Book 7 covers, how it relates […]