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 […]
Ontario’s Working at Heights Training Laws & Requirements 2026
Working at heights is one of the most hazardous activities in construction, and Ontario has strict laws to protect workers from falls. Under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), specialized Working at Heights (WAH) training is mandatory for many workers. In this post, we provide an authoritative overview of Ontario’s working-at-heights training […]
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.
Warehouse & Logistics Safety Compliance Tips Ontario [Guide]
Summary Warehouses and logistics operations face hazards involving forklifts, heavy loads, racking systems, and fast moving traffic. This guide explains OHSA compliance steps for safe equipment operation, material handling, rack stability, and traffic flow. Learn key OHSA safety compliance tips for warehouses and logistics operations. Covers forklift safety, rack stability, traffic control, and load security. […]
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 Audit Compliance & Requirements
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 […]
Forklift (Lift Truck)Safety Rules, Regulations & Compliance Ontario
Examining fork lift use and compliance in Ontario.