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WHMIS training is necessary to ensure workplace safety, particularly for those that deal with or exist in close proximity to hazardous materials. Without the proper knowledge and training on what to look out for and how to handle these materials safely, workers are in danger of contracting severe illnesses or suffering brutal accidents that can hamper their livelihoods. As such, [...]
Ontario OHS Fines 2023 Highest In Canada
In Ontario, the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development is responsible for enforcing occupational health and safety laws and regulations. The ministry has the authority to issue fines and penalties to employers who violate these laws and put their workers at risk. As of 2022, Ontario has increased the maximum fines for workplace safety violations to: $1.5 million for [...]
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